IA-63 Pampa vs M-346 Master
| Argentinian advanced trainer jet, designed in the '80s, predominantly used for instruction and aerobatic displays. | |
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| Origin country | 🇦🇷 Argentina |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | FMA |
| First flight | 6 October 1984 |
| Year introduced | 1988 |
| Number produced | 32 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Italian trainer jet, renowned for its advanced-technology and operational flexibility, extensively used by Israel, Italy, Singapore and Poland. | |
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| 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 | 15.6 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 10.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 815 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,500 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,900 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,820 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 1,588 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 23.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1092 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,925 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,716 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 9,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,610 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,835 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the IA-63 Pampa or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master is faster with a maximum speed of 1,092 km/h compared to the IA-63 Pampa's 815 km/h, a difference of 277 km/h.
Which has longer range, the IA-63 Pampa or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master has a longer range at 1,925 km compared to the IA-63 Pampa's 1,500 km.
Which can fly higher, the IA-63 Pampa or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master has a higher service ceiling at 13,716 meters (45,000 ft) compared to the IA-63 Pampa's 12,900 meters (42,322 ft).
Which is heavier, the IA-63 Pampa or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 9,500 kg compared to the IA-63 Pampa's 5,000 kg.
Which is larger, the IA-63 Pampa or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master is longer at 11.5 meters compared to the IA-63 Pampa's 10.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the IA-63 Pampa or M-346 Master?
The IA-63 Pampa entered service first in 1988, 27 years before the M-346 Master which entered service in 2015.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the IA-63 Pampa or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master has been produced in greater numbers with 92 units compared to 32 units of the IA-63 Pampa.