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).
| Japanese training jet from the late 20th century, primarily used by the Japan Air Self-Defense Force for pilot instruction. | |
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| 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. | |
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| 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 |
| 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.