HPT-32 Deepak vs HTT-40

Overview

The HPT-32 Deepak and the HTT-40 are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by HAL and HAL respectively.

Top speed is 281 km/h for the HPT-32 Deepak vs 450 km/h for the HTT-40. The HPT-32 Deepak has an operational range of 1,400 km vs 1,000 km for the HTT-40. The HTT-40 operates at altitudes up to 6,000 m compared to 5,500 m for the HPT-32 Deepak. At 2,800 kg MTOW, the HTT-40 is 2.1x the HPT-32 Deepak's 1,322 kg.

The HPT-32 Deepak first flew 39 years before the HTT-40 (1977 vs 2016).

Indian prop-driven primary trainer, developed in the late 20th century, used for basic pilot training, observation, and liaison by the Indian armed forces.
HAL HPT-32 Deepak Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇮🇳 India
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer HAL
First flight 6 January 1977
Year introduced 1984
Number produced N/A
Average unit price --
Indian basic trainer aircraft, introduced in 2016, used primarily for basic flight training within the Indian Air Force.
HAL HTT-40 Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇮🇳 India
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer HAL
First flight 1 June 2016
Year introduced 2023
Number produced 2 units
Average unit price $12.1 million
Wing area 15.0 m²
Wingspan 9.5 m â—‰
Height 2.9 m
Length 7.7 m
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—‰
Wing area -- m²
Wingspan 11.0 m â—‰
Height -- m
Length -- m
Maximum speed 450 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,000 km â—‰
Service ceiling 6,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,800 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,000 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 708 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the HPT-32 Deepak or HTT-40?
The HTT-40 is faster with a maximum speed of 450 km/h compared to the HPT-32 Deepak's 281 km/h, a difference of 169 km/h.
Which has longer range, the HPT-32 Deepak or HTT-40?
The HPT-32 Deepak has a longer range at 1,400 km compared to the HTT-40's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the HPT-32 Deepak or HTT-40?
The HTT-40 has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the HPT-32 Deepak's 5,500 meters (18,044 ft).
Which is heavier, the HPT-32 Deepak or HTT-40?
The HTT-40 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,800 kg compared to the HPT-32 Deepak's 1,322 kg.
Which is larger, the HPT-32 Deepak or HTT-40?
The HPT-32 Deepak is longer at 7.7 meters compared to the HTT-40's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the HPT-32 Deepak or HTT-40?
The HPT-32 Deepak entered service first in 1984, 39 years before the HTT-40 which entered service in 2023.