T-4 vs T-45 Goshawk

The T-4 and the T-45 Goshawk are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Kawasaki and McDonnell Douglas/BAe respectively. Top speed is 1,038 km/h for the T-4 vs 1,038 km/h for the T-45 Goshawk. The T-4 has an operational range of 1,668 km vs 1,300 km for the T-45 Goshawk. The T-4 operates at altitudes up to 15,240 m compared to 12,954 m for the T-45 Goshawk. The T-4 has been produced in 200 units vs 221 for the T-45 Goshawk. The T-4 first flew 3 years before the T-45 Goshawk (1985 vs 1988).

T-4

Japanese training jet from the late 20th century, primarily used by the Japan Air Self-Defense Force for pilot instruction.
Kawasaki T-4 Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇯🇵 Japan
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Kawasaki
First flight 29 July 1985
Year introduced 1988
Number produced 200 units
Average unit price $-- million
British-American trainer jet, integral to U.S. Navy pilot training, operational since the late 20th century.
McDonnell Douglas/BAe T-45 Goshawk Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer McDonnell Douglas/BAe
First flight 16 April 1988
Year introduced 1992
Number produced 221 units
Average unit price $21 million

T-4

Wing area 21.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 9.9 m â—‰
Height 4.6 m â—‰
Length 13.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1038 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,668 km â—‰
Service ceiling 15,240 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 7,500 kg â—‰
Empty weight 3,790 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,597 kgf â—‰
Wing area 17.7 m² ◉
Wingspan 9.4 m â—‰
Height 4.1 m â—‰
Length 12.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1038 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,300 km â—‰
Service ceiling 12,954 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 6,387 kg â—‰
Empty weight 4,460 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 2,507 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the T-4 or T-45 Goshawk?
The T-45 Goshawk is faster with a maximum speed of 1,038 km/h compared to the T-4's 1,038 km/h, a difference of 0 km/h.
Which has longer range, the T-4 or T-45 Goshawk?
The T-4 has a longer range at 1,668 km compared to the T-45 Goshawk's 1,300 km.
Which can fly higher, the T-4 or T-45 Goshawk?
The T-4 has a higher service ceiling at 15,240 meters (50,000 ft) compared to the T-45 Goshawk's 12,954 meters (42,500 ft).
Which is heavier, the T-4 or T-45 Goshawk?
The T-4 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,500 kg compared to the T-45 Goshawk's 6,387 kg.
Which is larger, the T-4 or T-45 Goshawk?
The T-4 is longer at 13.0 meters compared to the T-45 Goshawk's 12.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the T-4 or T-45 Goshawk?
The T-4 entered service first in 1988, 4 years before the T-45 Goshawk which entered service in 1992.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the T-4 or T-45 Goshawk?
The T-45 Goshawk has been produced in greater numbers with 221 units compared to 200 units of the T-4.