Kowsar vs T-38 Talon
Overview
The Kowsar is a Combat Aircraft built by HESA, while the T-38 Talon is a Military Training Aircraft by Northrop.
Top speed is 1,700 km/h for the Kowsar vs 1,381 km/h for the T-38 Talon. The Kowsar has an operational range of 1,100 km vs 1,835 km for the T-38 Talon. The Kowsar operates at altitudes up to 15,800 m compared to 15,240 m for the T-38 Talon.
The Kowsar has been produced in 7 units vs 1,189 for the T-38 Talon. The T-38 Talon first flew 59 years before the Kowsar (1959 vs 2018).
| Iranian fighter jet based on the Northrop F-5, developed in the early 21st century and utilized for combat and pilot training. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇷 Iran |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | HESA |
| First flight | 1 August 2018 |
| Year introduced | 2018 |
| Number produced | 7 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| American supersonic jet trainer, active during the Cold War, deployed extensively for NASA astronaut training missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Northrop |
| First flight | 10 March 1959 |
| Year introduced | 1961 |
| Number produced | 1189 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | 17.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1700 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,100 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,800 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 9,312 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,349 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 8 kN â—‰ |
| Wing area | 16.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 7.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1381 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,835 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,240 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,670 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,266 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 608 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Kowsar or T-38 Talon?
The Kowsar is faster with a maximum speed of 1,700 km/h compared to the T-38 Talon's 1,381 km/h, a difference of 319 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Kowsar or T-38 Talon?
The T-38 Talon has a longer range at 1,835 km compared to the Kowsar's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the Kowsar or T-38 Talon?
The Kowsar has a higher service ceiling at 15,800 meters (51,837 ft) compared to the T-38 Talon's 15,240 meters (50,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Kowsar or T-38 Talon?
The Kowsar has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 9,312 kg compared to the T-38 Talon's 5,670 kg.
Which is larger, the Kowsar or T-38 Talon?
The Kowsar is longer at 14.4 meters compared to the T-38 Talon's 14.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the Kowsar or T-38 Talon?
The T-38 Talon entered service first in 1961, 57 years before the Kowsar which entered service in 2018.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Kowsar or T-38 Talon?
The T-38 Talon has been produced in greater numbers with 1,189 units compared to 7 units of the Kowsar.