HJT-16 Kiran vs TS-11 Iskra
| 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 |
| Polish jet trainer, designed in the Cold War era, used extensively for instruction and light attack roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇵🇱 Poland |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | PZL |
| First flight | 5 February 1960 |
| Year introduced | 1964 |
| Number produced | 424 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 | 17.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 720 km/h |
| Operational range | 1,250 km |
| Service ceiling | 11,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,840 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,560 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 1,000 kgf â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of TS-11 Iskra by Tupungato.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the HJT-16 Kiran or TS-11 Iskra?
The TS-11 Iskra is faster with a maximum speed of 720 km/h compared to the HJT-16 Kiran's 0 km/h, a difference of 720 km/h.
Which has longer range, the HJT-16 Kiran or TS-11 Iskra?
The TS-11 Iskra has a longer range at 1,250 km compared to the HJT-16 Kiran's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the HJT-16 Kiran or TS-11 Iskra?
The TS-11 Iskra has a higher service ceiling at 11,000 meters (36,089 ft) compared to the HJT-16 Kiran's 9,144 meters (30,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the HJT-16 Kiran or TS-11 Iskra?
The HJT-16 Kiran has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,235 kg compared to the TS-11 Iskra's 3,840 kg.
Which is larger, the HJT-16 Kiran or TS-11 Iskra?
The TS-11 Iskra is longer at 11.2 meters compared to the HJT-16 Kiran's 10.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the HJT-16 Kiran or TS-11 Iskra?
The TS-11 Iskra entered service first in 1964, 4 years before the HJT-16 Kiran which entered service in 1968.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the HJT-16 Kiran or TS-11 Iskra?
The TS-11 Iskra has been produced in greater numbers with 424 units compared to 190 units of the HJT-16 Kiran.