IAR-823 vs Z 42

Overview

The IAR-823 and the Z 42 are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by IAR and Zlin respectively.

Top speed is 310 km/h for the IAR-823 vs 230 km/h for the Z 42. The IAR-823 has an operational range of 1,800 km vs 530 km for the Z 42. The IAR-823 operates at altitudes up to 5,600 m compared to 5,500 m for the Z 42.

The IAR-823 has been produced in 80 units vs 57 for the Z 42. The Z 42 first flew 6 years before the IAR-823 (1967 vs 1973).

Romanian civil and military trainer aircraft, built from 1974 until 1983, used for primary flight training.
IAR IAR-823 Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇷🇴 Romania
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer IAR
First flight 10 June 1973
Year introduced 1974
Number produced 80 units
Average unit price --
Czech training aircraft, introduced in the late 20th century, extensively utilized for flight instruction and aerobatics worldwide.
Zlin Z 42 Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇿 Czechia
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Zlin
First flight 17 October 1967
Year introduced 1970
Number produced 57 units
Average unit price --
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 13.2 m² ◉
Wingspan 9.1 m â—‰
Height 2.7 m â—‰
Length 7.1 m â—‰
Maximum speed 230 km/h â—‰
Operational range 530 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 920 kg â—‰
Empty weight 600 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 134 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the IAR-823 or Z 42?
The IAR-823 is faster with a maximum speed of 310 km/h compared to the Z 42's 230 km/h, a difference of 80 km/h.
Which has longer range, the IAR-823 or Z 42?
The IAR-823 has a longer range at 1,800 km compared to the Z 42's 530 km.
Which can fly higher, the IAR-823 or Z 42?
The IAR-823 has a higher service ceiling at 5,600 meters (18,372 ft) compared to the Z 42's 5,500 meters (18,044 ft).
Which is heavier, the IAR-823 or Z 42?
The IAR-823 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,500 kg compared to the Z 42's 920 kg.
Which is larger, the IAR-823 or Z 42?
The IAR-823 is longer at 8.2 meters compared to the Z 42's 7.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the IAR-823 or Z 42?
The Z 42 entered service first in 1970, 4 years before the IAR-823 which entered service in 1974.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the IAR-823 or Z 42?
The IAR-823 has been produced in greater numbers with 80 units compared to 57 units of the Z 42.