JL-10 vs T-50 Golden Eagle
| Chinese advanced trainer jet, operational since 2017, employed significantly by the People's Liberation Army Air Force. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | AVIC |
| First flight | 26 March 2006 |
| Year introduced | 2013 |
| Number produced | 20 units |
| Average unit price | $15 million |
| South Korean supersonic trainer jet, utilized since 2005 with notable deployment in Iraq and the Philippines. | |
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| Origin country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | KAI |
| First flight | 20 August 2002 |
| Year introduced | 2005 |
| Number produced | 200 units |
| Average unit price | $25 million |
| Wingspan | 9.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.6 m â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,600 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 16,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 9,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,500 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,500 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wingspan | 9.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.0 m â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,851 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 16,764 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,472 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,441 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 5,409 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has longer range, the JL-10 or T-50 Golden Eagle?
The JL-10 has a longer range at 2,600 km compared to the T-50 Golden Eagle's 1,851 km.
Which can fly higher, the JL-10 or T-50 Golden Eagle?
The T-50 Golden Eagle has a higher service ceiling at 16,764 meters (55,000 ft) compared to the JL-10's 16,000 meters (52,493 ft).
Which is heavier, the JL-10 or T-50 Golden Eagle?
The T-50 Golden Eagle has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,472 kg compared to the JL-10's 9,500 kg.
Which is larger, the JL-10 or T-50 Golden Eagle?
The T-50 Golden Eagle is longer at 13.0 meters compared to the JL-10's 12.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the JL-10 or T-50 Golden Eagle?
The T-50 Golden Eagle is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the JL-10 at $15 million.
Which entered service first, the JL-10 or T-50 Golden Eagle?
The T-50 Golden Eagle entered service first in 2005, 8 years before the JL-10 which entered service in 2013.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the JL-10 or T-50 Golden Eagle?
The T-50 Golden Eagle has been produced in greater numbers with 200 units compared to 20 units of the JL-10.