L-90 Redigo vs T-33 Shooting Star

Overview

The L-90 Redigo and the T-33 Shooting Star are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Valmet and Lockheed respectively.

The T-33 Shooting Star reaches 970 km/h — 2.7x the L-90 Redigo's 354 km/h. The L-90 Redigo has an operational range of 1,000 km vs 2,052 km for the T-33 Shooting Star. The T-33 Shooting Star operates at altitudes up to 15,000 m compared to 6,340 m for the L-90 Redigo. At 6,832 kg MTOW, the T-33 Shooting Star is 3.6x the L-90 Redigo's 1,900 kg.

The L-90 Redigo has been produced in 31 units vs 6,557 for the T-33 Shooting Star. The T-33 Shooting Star first flew 37 years before the L-90 Redigo (1948 vs 1985).

Finnish turboprop-powered military basic trainer and liaison aircraft, developed in the late 20th century, utilized for pilot training and light support roles.
Valmet L-90 Redigo Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇮 Finland
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Valmet
First flight 12 February 1985
Year introduced 1991
Number produced 31 units
Average unit price --
American subsonic jet trainer, developed in the late 1940s, extensively used for advanced pilot training and light combat operations worldwide.
Lockheed T-33 Shooting Star Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Lockheed
First flight 22 March 1948
Year introduced 1948
Number produced 6557 units
Average unit price --
Wing area 14.8 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.6 m â—‰
Height 3.2 m â—‰
Length 8.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 354 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,000 km â—‰
Service ceiling 6,340 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,900 kg â—‰
Empty weight 970 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 340 kW â—‰
Wing area 21.8 m² ◉
Wingspan 11.8 m â—‰
Height 3.6 m â—‰
Length 11.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 970 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,052 km â—‰
Service ceiling 15,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 6,832 kg â—‰
Empty weight 3,794 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 2,086 kgf â—‰

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the L-90 Redigo or T-33 Shooting Star?
The T-33 Shooting Star is faster with a maximum speed of 970 km/h compared to the L-90 Redigo's 354 km/h, a difference of 616 km/h.
Which has longer range, the L-90 Redigo or T-33 Shooting Star?
The T-33 Shooting Star has a longer range at 2,052 km compared to the L-90 Redigo's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the L-90 Redigo or T-33 Shooting Star?
The T-33 Shooting Star has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the L-90 Redigo's 6,340 meters (20,800 ft).
Which is heavier, the L-90 Redigo or T-33 Shooting Star?
The T-33 Shooting Star has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,832 kg compared to the L-90 Redigo's 1,900 kg.
Which is larger, the L-90 Redigo or T-33 Shooting Star?
The T-33 Shooting Star is longer at 11.5 meters compared to the L-90 Redigo's 8.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the L-90 Redigo or T-33 Shooting Star?
The T-33 Shooting Star entered service first in 1948, 43 years before the L-90 Redigo which entered service in 1991.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the L-90 Redigo or T-33 Shooting Star?
The T-33 Shooting Star has been produced in greater numbers with 6,557 units compared to 31 units of the L-90 Redigo.