MS 733 Alcyon vs Tu-134 Crusty
Overview
The MS 733 Alcyon and the Tu-134 Crusty are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Morane-Saulnier and Tupolev respectively.
The Tu-134 Crusty reaches 950 km/h — 4.0x the MS 733 Alcyon's 240 km/h. The MS 733 Alcyon has an operational range of 920 km vs 3,000 km for the Tu-134 Crusty. The Tu-134 Crusty operates at altitudes up to 12,100 m compared to 4,800 m for the MS 733 Alcyon. At 47,600 kg MTOW, the Tu-134 Crusty is 29:1 the MS 733 Alcyon's 1,670 kg.
The MS 733 Alcyon has been produced in 208 units vs 854 for the Tu-134 Crusty. The MS 733 Alcyon first flew 14 years before the Tu-134 Crusty (1949 vs 1963).
| French military trainer, used post World War II, known for missions in Algeria and France's pilot training programs. | |
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| 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 | $200K |
| Soviet jet airliner, ubiquitous during the Cold War, extensively utilized for civil and military operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Tupolev |
| First flight | 29 July 1963 |
| Year introduced | 1970 |
| Number produced | 854 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 â—‰ |
| 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—‰ |
| Wing area | 127.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 29.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 9.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 37.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 950 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,100 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 47,600 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 27,960 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 3,400 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MS 733 Alcyon or Tu-134 Crusty?
The Tu-134 Crusty is faster with a maximum speed of 950 km/h compared to the MS 733 Alcyon's 240 km/h, a difference of 710 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MS 733 Alcyon or Tu-134 Crusty?
The Tu-134 Crusty has a longer range at 3,000 km compared to the MS 733 Alcyon's 920 km.
Which can fly higher, the MS 733 Alcyon or Tu-134 Crusty?
The Tu-134 Crusty has a higher service ceiling at 12,100 meters (39,698 ft) compared to the MS 733 Alcyon's 4,800 meters (15,748 ft).
Which is heavier, the MS 733 Alcyon or Tu-134 Crusty?
The Tu-134 Crusty has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 47,600 kg compared to the MS 733 Alcyon's 1,670 kg.
Which is larger, the MS 733 Alcyon or Tu-134 Crusty?
The Tu-134 Crusty is longer at 37.1 meters compared to the MS 733 Alcyon's 9.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the MS 733 Alcyon or Tu-134 Crusty?
The MS 733 Alcyon entered service first in 1953, 17 years before the Tu-134 Crusty which entered service in 1970.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MS 733 Alcyon or Tu-134 Crusty?
The Tu-134 Crusty has been produced in greater numbers with 854 units compared to 208 units of the MS 733 Alcyon.