Hürkus vs M-346 Master

Overview

The Hürkus and the M-346 Master are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by TAI and Aermacchi respectively.

Top speed is 574 km/h for the Hürkus vs 1,092 km/h for the M-346 Master. The Hürkus has an operational range of 1,478 km vs 1,925 km for the M-346 Master. The M-346 Master operates at altitudes up to 13,716 m compared to 10,577 m for the Hürkus.

The Hürkus has been produced in 18 units vs 92 for the M-346 Master. The M-346 Master first flew 9 years before the Hürkus (2004 vs 2013).

Turkish trainer aircraft, renowned for 21st-century design, and operational in armed forces pilot training and light attack missions.
TAI Hürkus Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇹🇷 Turkey
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer TAI
First flight 29 August 2013
Year introduced 2016
Number produced 18 units
Average unit price --
Italian trainer jet, renowned for its advanced-technology and operational flexibility, extensively used by Israel, Italy, Singapore and Poland.
Aermacchi M-346 Master Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇮🇹 Italy
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Aermacchi
First flight 15 July 2004
Year introduced 2015
Number produced 92 units
Average unit price $40 million
Wing area -- m²
Wingspan 10.0 m
Height 3.7 m
Length 11.2 m
Maximum speed 574 km/h
Operational range 1,478 km
Service ceiling 10,577 m
Max. takeoff weight -- kg
Empty weight 2,976 kg
Total thrust 1 x 1,193 kW
Wing area 23.5 m²
Wingspan 9.7 m
Height 4.8 m
Length 11.5 m
Maximum speed 1092 km/h
Operational range 1,925 km
Service ceiling 13,716 m
Max. takeoff weight 9,500 kg
Empty weight 4,610 kg
Total thrust 2 x 1,418 kgf

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Hürkus or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master is faster with a maximum speed of 1,092 km/h compared to the Hürkus's 574 km/h, a difference of 518 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Hürkus or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master has a longer range at 1,925 km compared to the Hürkus's 1,478 km.
Which can fly higher, the Hürkus or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master has a higher service ceiling at 13,716 meters (45,000 ft) compared to the Hürkus's 10,577 meters (34,701 ft).
Which is heavier, the Hürkus or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 9,500 kg compared to the Hürkus's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Hürkus or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master is longer at 11.5 meters compared to the Hürkus's 11.2 meters.
Which entered service first, the Hürkus or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master entered service first in 2015, 1 years before the Hürkus which entered service in 2016.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Hürkus or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master has been produced in greater numbers with 92 units compared to 18 units of the Hürkus.