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. | |
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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 | -- |
| Czech training aircraft, introduced in the late 20th century, extensively utilized for flight instruction and aerobatics worldwide. | |
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| 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.