IAR-823 vs SF-260
Overview
The IAR-823 and the SF-260 are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by IAR and SIAI-Marchetti respectively.
Top speed is 310 km/h for the IAR-823 vs 333 km/h for the SF-260. The IAR-823 has an operational range of 1,800 km vs 1,650 km for the SF-260. The IAR-823 operates at altitudes up to 5,600 m compared to 4,500 m for the SF-260.
The IAR-823 has been produced in 80 units vs 900 for the SF-260. The SF-260 first flew 9 years before the IAR-823 (1964 vs 1973).
| Romanian civil and military trainer aircraft, built from 1974 until 1983, used for primary flight training. | |
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| Origin country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | IAR |
| First flight | 10 June 1973 |
| Year introduced | 1974 |
| Number produced | 80 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Italian light military trainer, globally utilized since the 1960s, renowned for its aerobatic capabilities and air force service. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | SIAI-Marchetti |
| First flight | 15 July 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1966 |
| Number produced | 900 units |
| Average unit price | $1.3 million |
| Wing area | 15.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 310 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,800 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,600 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 900 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 216 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 10.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 7.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 333 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,650 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,300 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 770 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 194 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the IAR-823 or SF-260?
The SF-260 is faster with a maximum speed of 333 km/h compared to the IAR-823's 310 km/h, a difference of 23 km/h.
Which has longer range, the IAR-823 or SF-260?
The IAR-823 has a longer range at 1,800 km compared to the SF-260's 1,650 km.
Which can fly higher, the IAR-823 or SF-260?
The IAR-823 has a higher service ceiling at 5,600 meters (18,372 ft) compared to the SF-260's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the IAR-823 or SF-260?
The IAR-823 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,500 kg compared to the SF-260's 1,300 kg.
Which is larger, the IAR-823 or SF-260?
The IAR-823 is longer at 8.2 meters compared to the SF-260's 7.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the IAR-823 or SF-260?
The SF-260 entered service first in 1966, 8 years before the IAR-823 which entered service in 1974.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the IAR-823 or SF-260?
The SF-260 has been produced in greater numbers with 900 units compared to 80 units of the IAR-823.