KT-100 vs Z 42
| Korean trainer aircraft, operational since the 2000s, predominantly deployed for basic flight training within the Republic of Korea Air Force. | |
| 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 | $0.6 million |
| Czech training aircraft, introduced in the late 20th century, extensively utilized for flight instruction and aerobatics worldwide. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇿 Czech Republic |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Zlin |
| First flight | 17 October 1967 |
| Year introduced | 1970 |
| Number produced | 57 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| 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 | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,633 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,089 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 235 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 13.2 m² |
| Wingspan | 9.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 7.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 230 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 530 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,500 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 920 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 600 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 134 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Z 42 by RadekS.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the KT-100 or Z 42?
The KT-100 is faster with a maximum speed of 389 km/h compared to the Z 42's 230 km/h, a difference of 159 km/h.
Which has longer range, the KT-100 or Z 42?
The KT-100 has a longer range at 1,900 km compared to the Z 42's 530 km.
Which can fly higher, the KT-100 or Z 42?
The Z 42 has a higher service ceiling at 5,500 meters (18,044 ft) compared to the KT-100's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the KT-100 or Z 42?
The KT-100 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,633 kg compared to the Z 42's 920 kg.
Which is larger, the KT-100 or Z 42?
The KT-100 is longer at 8.0 meters compared to the Z 42's 7.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the KT-100 or Z 42?
The Z 42 entered service first in 1970, 45 years before the KT-100 which entered service in 2015.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the KT-100 or Z 42?
The Z 42 has been produced in greater numbers with 57 units compared to 23 units of the KT-100.