L-39 Albatros vs M-346 Master
The L-39 Albatros and the M-346 Master are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Aero and Aermacchi respectively. Top speed is 750 km/h for the L-39 Albatros vs 1,092 km/h for the M-346 Master. The L-39 Albatros has an operational range of 1,100 km vs 1,925 km for the M-346 Master. The M-346 Master operates at altitudes up to 13,716 m compared to 11,500 m for the L-39 Albatros. At 9,500 kg MTOW, the M-346 Master is 2.0x the L-39 Albatros's 4,700 kg. The L-39 Albatros has been produced in 2,900 units vs 92 for the M-346 Master. Unit cost is $1M for the L-39 Albatros vs $40M for the M-346 Master. The L-39 Albatros first flew 36 years before the M-346 Master (1968 vs 2004).
| Czech training jet, operational since the Cold War, deployed worldwide for various military aviation roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇿 Czechia |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Aero |
| First flight | 4 November 1968 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 2900 units |
| Average unit price | $1 million |
| Italian trainer jet, renowned for its advanced-technology and operational flexibility, extensively used by Israel, Italy, Singapore and Poland. | |
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| 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 | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 750 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,100 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 11,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,459 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 1,720 kgf â—‰ |
| 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-39 Albatros or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master is faster with a maximum speed of 1,092 km/h compared to the L-39 Albatros's 750 km/h, a difference of 342 km/h.
Which has longer range, the L-39 Albatros or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master has a longer range at 1,925 km compared to the L-39 Albatros's 1,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the L-39 Albatros or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master has a higher service ceiling at 13,716 meters (45,000 ft) compared to the L-39 Albatros's 11,500 meters (37,729 ft).
Which is heavier, the L-39 Albatros or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 9,500 kg compared to the L-39 Albatros's 4,700 kg.
Which is larger, the L-39 Albatros or M-346 Master?
The L-39 Albatros is longer at 12.1 meters compared to the M-346 Master's 11.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the L-39 Albatros or M-346 Master?
The M-346 Master is more expensive at approximately $40 million per unit compared to the L-39 Albatros at $1.0 million.
Which entered service first, the L-39 Albatros or M-346 Master?
The L-39 Albatros entered service first in 1972, 43 years before the M-346 Master which entered service in 2015.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the L-39 Albatros or M-346 Master?
The L-39 Albatros has been produced in greater numbers with 2,900 units compared to 92 units of the M-346 Master.