L-29 Delfin vs PZL-130 Orlik

The L-29 Delfin and the PZL-130 Orlik are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Aero and PZL respectively. Top speed is 655 km/h for the L-29 Delfin vs 550 km/h for the PZL-130 Orlik. The L-29 Delfin has an operational range of 894 km vs 2,200 km for the PZL-130 Orlik. The L-29 Delfin operates at altitudes up to 11,500 m compared to 10,000 m for the PZL-130 Orlik. The L-29 Delfin has been produced in 3,665 units vs 59 for the PZL-130 Orlik. The L-29 Delfin first flew 24 years before the PZL-130 Orlik (1959 vs 1983).

Czechoslovakian jet trainer, utilized extensively during the Cold War, and exported broadly to Warsaw Pact and other nations.
Aero L-29 Delfin Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇿 Czechia
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Aero
First flight 5 April 1959
Year introduced 1961
Number produced 3665 units
Average unit price $200K
Polish turboprop trainer aircraft, renowned for its operational role in the Polish Air Force since the late 1980s.
PZL PZL-130 Orlik Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇵🇱 Poland
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer PZL
First flight 24 October 1983
Year introduced 1994
Number produced 59 units
Average unit price --
Wing area 20.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.3 m â—‰
Height 3.1 m â—‰
Length 10.8 m â—‰
Maximum speed 655 km/h â—‰
Operational range 894 km â—‰
Service ceiling 11,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 3,540 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,280 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 890 kgf â—‰
Wing area 14.6 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.0 m â—‰
Height 3.5 m â—‰
Length 9.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 550 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,200 km â—‰
Service ceiling 10,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,950 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,825 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 559 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the L-29 Delfin or PZL-130 Orlik?
The L-29 Delfin is faster with a maximum speed of 655 km/h compared to the PZL-130 Orlik's 550 km/h, a difference of 105 km/h.
Which has longer range, the L-29 Delfin or PZL-130 Orlik?
The PZL-130 Orlik has a longer range at 2,200 km compared to the L-29 Delfin's 894 km.
Which can fly higher, the L-29 Delfin or PZL-130 Orlik?
The L-29 Delfin has a higher service ceiling at 11,500 meters (37,729 ft) compared to the PZL-130 Orlik's 10,000 meters (32,808 ft).
Which is heavier, the L-29 Delfin or PZL-130 Orlik?
The L-29 Delfin has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,540 kg compared to the PZL-130 Orlik's 2,950 kg.
Which is larger, the L-29 Delfin or PZL-130 Orlik?
The L-29 Delfin is longer at 10.8 meters compared to the PZL-130 Orlik's 9.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the L-29 Delfin or PZL-130 Orlik?
The L-29 Delfin entered service first in 1961, 33 years before the PZL-130 Orlik which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the L-29 Delfin or PZL-130 Orlik?
The L-29 Delfin has been produced in greater numbers with 3,665 units compared to 59 units of the PZL-130 Orlik.