L-159 ALCA vs M-346 Master
| Czech light combat aircraft, used since the late 20th century, active in NATO led partnership for peace program. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇿 Czech Republic |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Aero |
| First flight | 2 August 1997 |
| Year introduced | 2000 |
| Number produced | 72 units |
| Average unit price | $9 million |
| Italian trainer jet, renowned for its advanced-technology and operational flexibility, extensively used by Israel, Italy, Singapore and Poland. | |
| Origin country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Aermacchi |
| First flight | 15 July 2004 |
| Year introduced | 2015 |
| Number produced | 92 units |
| Average unit price | $40 million |
| Wing area | 18.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 936 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,570 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,200 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,350 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 2,871 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 23.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1092 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,925 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,716 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 9,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,610 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,835 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the L-159 ALCA or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master is faster with a maximum speed of 1,092 km/h compared to the L-159 ALCA's 936 km/h, a difference of 156 km/h.
Which has longer range, the L-159 ALCA or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master has a longer range at 1,925 km compared to the L-159 ALCA's 1,570 km.
Which can fly higher, the L-159 ALCA or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master has a higher service ceiling at 13,716 meters (45,000 ft) compared to the L-159 ALCA's 13,200 meters (43,307 ft).
Which is heavier, the L-159 ALCA or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 9,500 kg compared to the L-159 ALCA's 8,000 kg.
Which is larger, the L-159 ALCA or M-346 Master?
The L-159 ALCA is longer at 12.7 meters compared to the M-346 Master's 11.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the L-159 ALCA or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master is more expensive at approximately $40 million per unit compared to the L-159 ALCA at $9.0 million.
Which entered service first, the L-159 ALCA or M-346 Master?
The L-159 ALCA entered service first in 2000, 15 years before the M-346 Master which entered service in 2015.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the L-159 ALCA or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master has been produced in greater numbers with 92 units compared to 72 units of the L-159 ALCA.