A-37 Dragonfly vs J-20 Kraguj
Overview
The A-37 Dragonfly and the J-20 Kraguj are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Cessna and SOKO respectively.
The A-37 Dragonfly reaches 816 km/h — 2.8x the J-20 Kraguj's 295 km/h. The A-37 Dragonfly has an operational range of 740 km vs 800 km for the J-20 Kraguj. The A-37 Dragonfly operates at altitudes up to 12,730 m compared to 8,000 m for the J-20 Kraguj. At 6,350 kg MTOW, the A-37 Dragonfly is 3.9x the J-20 Kraguj's 1,624 kg.
The A-37 Dragonfly has been produced in 577 units vs 43 for the J-20 Kraguj. The J-20 Kraguj first flew 2 years before the A-37 Dragonfly (1962 vs 1964).
| Vietnam War-era American light attack aircraft, extensively deployed in close air support and counter-insurgency operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Cessna |
| First flight | 1 October 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 577 units |
| Average unit price | $160K |
| Yugoslavian light attack aircraft, largely used in the Croatian War of Independence during the early 1990s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇳🇱 Ex-Yugoslavia |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | SOKO |
| First flight | 21 November 1962 |
| Year introduced | 1964 |
| Number produced | 43 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | 17.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.9 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 8.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 816 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 740 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 12,730 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,350 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2,817 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,293 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 17.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 7.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 295 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 800 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 8,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,624 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,130 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 254 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A-37 Dragonfly or J-20 Kraguj?
The A-37 Dragonfly is faster with a maximum speed of 816 km/h compared to the J-20 Kraguj's 295 km/h, a difference of 521 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A-37 Dragonfly or J-20 Kraguj?
The J-20 Kraguj has a longer range at 800 km compared to the A-37 Dragonfly's 740 km.
Which can fly higher, the A-37 Dragonfly or J-20 Kraguj?
The A-37 Dragonfly has a higher service ceiling at 12,730 meters (41,765 ft) compared to the J-20 Kraguj's 8,000 meters (26,246 ft).
Which is heavier, the A-37 Dragonfly or J-20 Kraguj?
The A-37 Dragonfly has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,350 kg compared to the J-20 Kraguj's 1,624 kg.
Which is larger, the A-37 Dragonfly or J-20 Kraguj?
The A-37 Dragonfly is longer at 8.6 meters compared to the J-20 Kraguj's 7.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the A-37 Dragonfly or J-20 Kraguj?
The J-20 Kraguj entered service first in 1964, 3 years before the A-37 Dragonfly which entered service in 1967.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A-37 Dragonfly or J-20 Kraguj?
The A-37 Dragonfly has been produced in greater numbers with 577 units compared to 43 units of the J-20 Kraguj.