HJT-16 Kiran vs T-37 Tweet
| Indian jet trainer, primarily used by the Indian Air Force from the 1960s, notable for intermediate training roles. | |
| Origin country | 🇮🇳 India |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | HAL |
| First flight | 4 September 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1968 |
| Number produced | 190 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| American jet trainer, notable for its Cold War-era inception, extensively used for pilot training and counter-insurgency role. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Cessna |
| First flight | 12 October 1954 |
| Year introduced | 1957 |
| Number produced | 1269 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Wing area | 19.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 10.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | -- km |
| 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—‰ |
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| Wing area | 17.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 684 km/h |
| Operational range | 1,500 km |
| Service ceiling | 11,948 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,980 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,840 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 465 kgf â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of T-37 Tweet by US Air Force.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the HJT-16 Kiran or T-37 Tweet?
The T-37 Tweet is faster with a maximum speed of 684 km/h compared to the HJT-16 Kiran's 0 km/h, a difference of 684 km/h.
Which has longer range, the HJT-16 Kiran or T-37 Tweet?
The T-37 Tweet has a longer range at 1,500 km compared to the HJT-16 Kiran's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the HJT-16 Kiran or T-37 Tweet?
The T-37 Tweet has a higher service ceiling at 11,948 meters (39,199 ft) compared to the HJT-16 Kiran's 9,144 meters (30,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the HJT-16 Kiran or T-37 Tweet?
The HJT-16 Kiran has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,235 kg compared to the T-37 Tweet's 2,980 kg.
Which is larger, the HJT-16 Kiran or T-37 Tweet?
The HJT-16 Kiran is longer at 10.6 meters compared to the T-37 Tweet's 9.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the HJT-16 Kiran or T-37 Tweet?
The T-37 Tweet entered service first in 1957, 11 years before the HJT-16 Kiran which entered service in 1968.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the HJT-16 Kiran or T-37 Tweet?
The T-37 Tweet has been produced in greater numbers with 1,269 units compared to 190 units of the HJT-16 Kiran.