MS 733 Alcyon vs T-34 Mentor

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
American military trainer aircraft, widely utilized from the 1950s, notable for its significant role in military flight training.
Picture of T-34 Mentor
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Beechcraft
First flight 2 December 1948
Year introduced 1953
Number produced 2300 units
Average unit price $-- 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—‰
Profile drawing of Morane-Saulnier MS 733 Alcyon
Wing area 16.7 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.2 m â—‰
Height 2.9 m â—‰
Length 8.8 m â—‰
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range 1,311 km â—‰
Service ceiling 9,144 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 4,300 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,960 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 559 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of Beechcraft T-34 Mentor

Performance Radar Chart

Photo of T-34 Mentor by US Navy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the MS 733 Alcyon or T-34 Mentor?
The MS 733 Alcyon is faster with a maximum speed of 240 km/h compared to the T-34 Mentor's 0 km/h, a difference of 240 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MS 733 Alcyon or T-34 Mentor?
The T-34 Mentor has a longer range at 1,311 km compared to the MS 733 Alcyon's 920 km.
Which can fly higher, the MS 733 Alcyon or T-34 Mentor?
The T-34 Mentor has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the MS 733 Alcyon's 4,800 meters (15,748 ft).
Which is heavier, the MS 733 Alcyon or T-34 Mentor?
The T-34 Mentor has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,300 kg compared to the MS 733 Alcyon's 1,670 kg.
Which is larger, the MS 733 Alcyon or T-34 Mentor?
The MS 733 Alcyon is longer at 9.3 meters compared to the T-34 Mentor's 8.8 meters.
Which entered service first, the MS 733 Alcyon or T-34 Mentor?
The T-34 Mentor entered service first in 1953, 0 years before the MS 733 Alcyon which entered service in 1953.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MS 733 Alcyon or T-34 Mentor?
The T-34 Mentor has been produced in greater numbers with 2,300 units compared to 208 units of the MS 733 Alcyon.