MS 733 Alcyon vs SF-260
| 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 |
| Italian light military trainer, globally utilized since the 1960s, renowned for its aerobatic capabilities and air force service. | |
| Origin country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | SIAI-Marchetti |
| First flight | 15 July 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1966 |
| Number produced | 900 units |
| Average unit price | $1.3 million |
| 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—‰ |
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| Wing area | 10.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 7.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 1,650 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,300 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 770 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 194 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MS 733 Alcyon or SF-260?
The MS 733 Alcyon is faster with a maximum speed of 240 km/h compared to the SF-260's 0 km/h, a difference of 240 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MS 733 Alcyon or SF-260?
The SF-260 has a longer range at 1,650 km compared to the MS 733 Alcyon's 920 km.
Which can fly higher, the MS 733 Alcyon or SF-260?
The MS 733 Alcyon has a higher service ceiling at 4,800 meters (15,748 ft) compared to the SF-260's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the MS 733 Alcyon or SF-260?
The MS 733 Alcyon has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,670 kg compared to the SF-260's 1,300 kg.
Which is larger, the MS 733 Alcyon or SF-260?
The MS 733 Alcyon is longer at 9.3 meters compared to the SF-260's 7.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MS 733 Alcyon or SF-260?
The SF-260 is more expensive at approximately $1.3 million per unit compared to the MS 733 Alcyon at $0.2 million.
Which entered service first, the MS 733 Alcyon or SF-260?
The MS 733 Alcyon entered service first in 1953, 13 years before the SF-260 which entered service in 1966.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MS 733 Alcyon or SF-260?
The SF-260 has been produced in greater numbers with 900 units compared to 208 units of the MS 733 Alcyon.