HF-24 Marut vs Tejas

Overview

The HF-24 Marut and the Tejas are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by HAL and HAL respectively.

Top speed is 1,112 km/h for the HF-24 Marut vs 2,220 km/h for the Tejas. The HF-24 Marut has an operational range of 396 km vs 739 km for the Tejas.

The HF-24 Marut has been produced in 147 units vs 38 for the Tejas. The HF-24 Marut first flew 40 years before the Tejas (1961 vs 2001).

Indian jet fighter-bomber, developed in the 1960s, primarily used in ground attack roles during the late 20th century.
HAL HF-24 Marut Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇮🇳 India
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer HAL
First flight 17 June 1961
Year introduced 1967
Number produced 147 units
Average unit price --
Indian multirole light fighter, developed in the late 20th century, used primarily by the Indian Air Force and Navy.
HAL Tejas Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇮🇳 India
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer HAL
First flight 4 January 2001
Year introduced 2015
Number produced 38 units
Average unit price $26 million
Wing area 28.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 9.0 m â—‰
Height 3.6 m â—‰
Length 15.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1112 km/h â—‰
Operational range 396 km â—‰
Service ceiling -- m
Max. takeoff weight 10,908 kg â—‰
Empty weight 6,195 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 11 kN â—‰
Wing area 38.4 m² ◉
Wingspan 8.2 m â—‰
Height 4.4 m â—‰
Length 13.2 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2220 km/h â—‰
Operational range 739 km â—‰
Service ceiling 16,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 13,500 kg â—‰
Empty weight 6,560 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 8,600 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the HF-24 Marut or Tejas?
The Tejas is faster with a maximum speed of 2,220 km/h compared to the HF-24 Marut's 1,112 km/h, a difference of 1,108 km/h.
Which has longer range, the HF-24 Marut or Tejas?
The Tejas has a longer range at 739 km compared to the HF-24 Marut's 396 km.
Which can fly higher, the HF-24 Marut or Tejas?
The Tejas has a higher service ceiling at 16,000 meters (52,493 ft) compared to the HF-24 Marut's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the HF-24 Marut or Tejas?
The Tejas has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,500 kg compared to the HF-24 Marut's 10,908 kg.
Which is larger, the HF-24 Marut or Tejas?
The HF-24 Marut is longer at 15.9 meters compared to the Tejas's 13.2 meters.
Which entered service first, the HF-24 Marut or Tejas?
The HF-24 Marut entered service first in 1967, 48 years before the Tejas which entered service in 2015.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the HF-24 Marut or Tejas?
The HF-24 Marut has been produced in greater numbers with 147 units compared to 38 units of the Tejas.