G-2 Galeb vs J-21 Jastreb

Overview

The G-2 Galeb is a Military Training Aircraft built by SOKO, while the J-21 Jastreb is a Combat Aircraft by SOKO.

Top speed is 812 km/h for the G-2 Galeb vs 820 km/h for the J-21 Jastreb. The G-2 Galeb has an operational range of 669 km vs 1,520 km for the J-21 Jastreb. The G-2 Galeb operates at altitudes up to 12,000 m compared to 12,000 m for the J-21 Jastreb.

The G-2 Galeb first flew 4 years before the J-21 Jastreb (1961 vs 1965).

Yugoslavian jet trainer and light-attack aircraft, historically deployed during the Yugoslav Wars and Libyan Civil War.
SOKO G-2 Galeb Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇳🇱 Ex-Yugoslavia
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer SOKO
First flight 31 July 1961
Year introduced 1965
Number produced 248 units
Average unit price $180K
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 19.4 m² ◉
Wingspan 11.6 m â—‰
Height 3.3 m â—‰
Length 10.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 812 km/h â—‰
Operational range 669 km â—‰
Service ceiling 12,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 4,300 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,620 kg
Total thrust 1 x 1,134 kgf 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—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the G-2 Galeb or J-21 Jastreb?
The J-21 Jastreb is faster with a maximum speed of 820 km/h compared to the G-2 Galeb's 812 km/h, a difference of 8 km/h.
Which has longer range, the G-2 Galeb or J-21 Jastreb?
The J-21 Jastreb has a longer range at 1,520 km compared to the G-2 Galeb's 669 km.
Which can fly higher, the G-2 Galeb or J-21 Jastreb?
The J-21 Jastreb has a higher service ceiling at 12,000 meters (39,370 ft) compared to the G-2 Galeb's 12,000 meters (39,370 ft).
Which is heavier, the G-2 Galeb or J-21 Jastreb?
The J-21 Jastreb has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,100 kg compared to the G-2 Galeb's 4,300 kg.
Which is larger, the G-2 Galeb or J-21 Jastreb?
The J-21 Jastreb is longer at 10.9 meters compared to the G-2 Galeb's 10.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the G-2 Galeb or J-21 Jastreb?
The G-2 Galeb entered service first in 1965, 3 years before the J-21 Jastreb which entered service in 1968.