J-20 Kraguj vs J-21 Jastreb

Overview

The J-20 Kraguj and the J-21 Jastreb are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by SOKO and SOKO respectively.

The J-21 Jastreb reaches 820 km/h — 2.8x the J-20 Kraguj's 295 km/h. The J-20 Kraguj has an operational range of 800 km vs 1,520 km for the J-21 Jastreb. The J-21 Jastreb operates at altitudes up to 12,000 m compared to 8,000 m for the J-20 Kraguj. At 5,100 kg MTOW, the J-21 Jastreb is 3.1x the J-20 Kraguj's 1,624 kg.

The J-20 Kraguj first flew 3 years before the J-21 Jastreb (1962 vs 1965).

Yugoslavian light attack aircraft, largely used in the Croatian War of Independence during the early 1990s.
SOKO J-20 Kraguj Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇳🇱 Ex-Yugoslavia
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer SOKO
First flight 21 November 1962
Year introduced 1964
Number produced 43 units
Average unit price --
Yugoslav single-seat, single-engined, light attack aircraft, developed in the mid-1960s and used for ground-attack and reconnaissance missions.
SOKO J-21 Jastreb Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇳🇱 Ex-Yugoslavia
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer SOKO
First flight 19 July 1965
Year introduced 1968
Number produced N/A
Average unit price --
Wing area 17.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.6 m â—‰
Height 3.0 m â—‰
Length 7.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 295 km/h â—‰
Operational range 800 km â—‰
Service ceiling 8,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,624 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,130 kg
Total thrust 1 x 254 kW â—‰
Wing area 19.4 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.6 m â—‰
Height 3.6 m â—‰
Length 10.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 820 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,520 km â—‰
Service ceiling 12,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 5,100 kg â—‰
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 1 x 13 kN â—‰

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the J-20 Kraguj or J-21 Jastreb?
The J-21 Jastreb is faster with a maximum speed of 820 km/h compared to the J-20 Kraguj's 295 km/h, a difference of 525 km/h.
Which has longer range, the J-20 Kraguj or J-21 Jastreb?
The J-21 Jastreb has a longer range at 1,520 km compared to the J-20 Kraguj's 800 km.
Which can fly higher, the J-20 Kraguj or J-21 Jastreb?
The J-21 Jastreb has a higher service ceiling at 12,000 meters (39,370 ft) compared to the J-20 Kraguj's 8,000 meters (26,246 ft).
Which is heavier, the J-20 Kraguj or J-21 Jastreb?
The J-21 Jastreb has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,100 kg compared to the J-20 Kraguj's 1,624 kg.
Which is larger, the J-20 Kraguj or J-21 Jastreb?
The J-21 Jastreb is longer at 10.9 meters compared to the J-20 Kraguj's 7.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the J-20 Kraguj or J-21 Jastreb?
The J-20 Kraguj entered service first in 1964, 4 years before the J-21 Jastreb which entered service in 1968.