T-4 vs T-50 Golden Eagle
Overview
The T-4 and the T-50 Golden Eagle are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Kawasaki and KAI respectively.
Top speed is 1,038 km/h for the T-4 vs 1,840 km/h for the T-50 Golden Eagle. The T-4 has an operational range of 1,668 km vs 1,851 km for the T-50 Golden Eagle. The T-50 Golden Eagle operates at altitudes up to 16,764 m compared to 15,240 m for the T-4.
The T-4 has been produced in 200 units vs 200 for the T-50 Golden Eagle. The T-4 first flew 17 years before the T-50 Golden Eagle (1985 vs 2002).
| 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 | -- |
| 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 |
| 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 799 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 23.7 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1840 km/h 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 is faster, the T-4 or T-50 Golden Eagle?
The T-50 Golden Eagle is faster with a maximum speed of 1,840 km/h compared to the T-4's 1,038 km/h, a difference of 802 km/h.
Which has longer range, the T-4 or T-50 Golden Eagle?
The T-50 Golden Eagle has a longer range at 1,851 km compared to the T-4's 1,668 km.
Which can fly higher, the T-4 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 T-4's 15,240 meters (50,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the T-4 or T-50 Golden Eagle?
The T-50 Golden Eagle has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,472 kg compared to the T-4's 7,500 kg.
Which is larger, the T-4 or T-50 Golden Eagle?
The T-4 is longer at 13.0 meters compared to the T-50 Golden Eagle's 13.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the T-4 or T-50 Golden Eagle?
The T-4 entered service first in 1988, 17 years before the T-50 Golden Eagle which entered service in 2005.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the T-4 or T-50 Golden Eagle?
Both the T-4 and T-50 Golden Eagle have been produced in equal numbers with 200 units each.