Bulldog vs MS 733 Alcyon

Scottish trainer aircraft, operational during the late twentieth century, extensively deployed in military and civilian flight training.
Picture of Bulldog
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Scottish Aviation
First flight 19 May 1969
Year introduced 1971
Number produced 328 units
Average unit price $0.1 million
French military trainer, used post World War II, known for missions in Algeria and France's pilot training programs.
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Morane-Saulnier
First flight 11 August 1949
Year introduced 1953
Number produced 208 units
Average unit price $0.2 million
Wing area 12.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.1 m â—‰
Height 2.7 m â—‰
Length 7.1 m â—‰
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range 1,000 km â—‰
Service ceiling 4,877 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,066 kg â—‰
Empty weight 649 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 149 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of Scottish Aviation Bulldog
Wing area 20.4 m² ◉
Wingspan 11.3 m â—‰
Height 3.5 m â—‰
Length 9.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 240 km/h
Operational range 920 km â—‰
Service ceiling 4,800 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,670 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,262 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 177 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of Morane-Saulnier MS 733 Alcyon

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Bulldog or MS 733 Alcyon?
The MS 733 Alcyon is faster with a maximum speed of 240 km/h compared to the Bulldog's 0 km/h, a difference of 240 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bulldog or MS 733 Alcyon?
The Bulldog has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the MS 733 Alcyon's 920 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bulldog or MS 733 Alcyon?
The Bulldog has a higher service ceiling at 4,877 meters (16,000 ft) compared to the MS 733 Alcyon's 4,800 meters (15,748 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bulldog or MS 733 Alcyon?
The MS 733 Alcyon has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,670 kg compared to the Bulldog's 1,066 kg.
Which is larger, the Bulldog or MS 733 Alcyon?
The MS 733 Alcyon is longer at 9.3 meters compared to the Bulldog's 7.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Bulldog or MS 733 Alcyon?
The MS 733 Alcyon is more expensive at approximately $0.2 million per unit compared to the Bulldog at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the Bulldog or MS 733 Alcyon?
The MS 733 Alcyon entered service first in 1953, 18 years before the Bulldog which entered service in 1971.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bulldog or MS 733 Alcyon?
The Bulldog has been produced in greater numbers with 328 units compared to 208 units of the MS 733 Alcyon.