KT-100 vs MB-326K
The KT-100 and the MB-326K are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by KAI and Aermacchi respectively. The MB-326K reaches 806 km/h — 2.1x the KT-100's 389 km/h. The KT-100 has an operational range of 1,900 km vs 1,850 km for the MB-326K. The MB-326K operates at altitudes up to 12,497 m compared to 5,304 m for the KT-100. At 3,765 kg MTOW, the MB-326K is 2.3x the KT-100's 1,633 kg. The KT-100 has been produced in 23 units vs 800 for the MB-326K. The MB-326K first flew 54 years before the KT-100 (1957 vs 2011).
| Korean trainer aircraft, operational since the 2000s, predominantly deployed for basic flight training within the Republic of Korea Air Force. | |
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| Origin country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | KAI |
| First flight | 20 July 2011 |
| Year introduced | 2015 |
| Number produced | 23 units |
| Average unit price | $570K |
| Italian trainer/light attack jet, extensively employed during the late 20th century, notable for global military deployment. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Aermacchi |
| First flight | 10 December 1957 |
| Year introduced | 1962 |
| Number produced | 800 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 11.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 389 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,900 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,304 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,633 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,089 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 235 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 19.0 m² |
| Wingspan | 10.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 10.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 806 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,850 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,497 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,765 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,237 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 1,134 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the KT-100 or MB-326K?
The MB-326K is faster with a maximum speed of 806 km/h compared to the KT-100's 389 km/h, a difference of 417 km/h.
Which has longer range, the KT-100 or MB-326K?
The KT-100 has a longer range at 1,900 km compared to the MB-326K's 1,850 km.
Which can fly higher, the KT-100 or MB-326K?
The MB-326K has a higher service ceiling at 12,497 meters (41,000 ft) compared to the KT-100's 5,304 meters (17,401 ft).
Which is heavier, the KT-100 or MB-326K?
The MB-326K has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,765 kg compared to the KT-100's 1,633 kg.
Which is larger, the KT-100 or MB-326K?
The MB-326K is longer at 10.7 meters compared to the KT-100's 8.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the KT-100 or MB-326K?
The MB-326K entered service first in 1962, 53 years before the KT-100 which entered service in 2015.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the KT-100 or MB-326K?
The MB-326K has been produced in greater numbers with 800 units compared to 23 units of the KT-100.