HJT-16 Kiran vs HPT-32 Deepak
Overview
The HJT-16 Kiran and the HPT-32 Deepak are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by HAL and HAL respectively.
The HJT-16 Kiran reaches 695 km/h — 2.5x the HPT-32 Deepak's 281 km/h. The HJT-16 Kiran has an operational range of 615 km vs 1,400 km for the HPT-32 Deepak. The HJT-16 Kiran operates at altitudes up to 9,144 m compared to 5,500 m for the HPT-32 Deepak. At 4,235 kg MTOW, the HJT-16 Kiran is 3.2x the HPT-32 Deepak's 1,322 kg.
The HJT-16 Kiran first flew 13 years before the HPT-32 Deepak (1964 vs 1977).
| Indian jet trainer, primarily used by the Indian Air Force from the 1960s, notable for intermediate training roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇳 India |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | HAL |
| First flight | 4 September 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1968 |
| Number produced | 190 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Indian prop-driven primary trainer, developed in the late 20th century, used for basic pilot training, observation, and liaison by the Indian armed forces. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇳 India |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | HAL |
| First flight | 6 January 1977 |
| Year introduced | 1984 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | 19.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 10.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 695 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 615 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,144 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,235 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,560 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 1,134 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 15.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 7.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 281 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,400 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,322 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,034 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 194 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the HJT-16 Kiran or HPT-32 Deepak?
The HJT-16 Kiran is faster with a maximum speed of 695 km/h compared to the HPT-32 Deepak's 281 km/h, a difference of 414 km/h.
Which has longer range, the HJT-16 Kiran or HPT-32 Deepak?
The HPT-32 Deepak has a longer range at 1,400 km compared to the HJT-16 Kiran's 615 km.
Which can fly higher, the HJT-16 Kiran or HPT-32 Deepak?
The HJT-16 Kiran has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the HPT-32 Deepak's 5,500 meters (18,044 ft).
Which is heavier, the HJT-16 Kiran or HPT-32 Deepak?
The HJT-16 Kiran has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,235 kg compared to the HPT-32 Deepak's 1,322 kg.
Which is larger, the HJT-16 Kiran or HPT-32 Deepak?
The HJT-16 Kiran is longer at 10.6 meters compared to the HPT-32 Deepak's 7.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the HJT-16 Kiran or HPT-32 Deepak?
The HJT-16 Kiran entered service first in 1968, 16 years before the HPT-32 Deepak which entered service in 1984.