EMB 312 Tucano vs PC-7 Turbo Trainer
| Brazilian military trainer aircraft, utilized heavily in the 1980s, known for participation in the Iran–Iraq war. | |
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| Origin country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Embraer |
| First flight | 16 August 1980 |
| Year introduced | 1983 |
| Number produced | 624 units |
| Average unit price | $1.7 million |
| Swiss-made turbo trainer, distinguished by service in over 30 air forces, dating back to the late 1970s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇭 Switzerland |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Pilatus |
| First flight | 12 April 1966 |
| Year introduced | 1978 |
| Number produced | 618 units |
| Average unit price | $1.5 million |
| Wing area | 19.4 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.1 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 9.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 448 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,916 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 9,145 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,175 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,870 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 559 kW ◉ |
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| Wing area | 16.6 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.4 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.2 m ◉ |
| Length | 9.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 412 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,200 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 10,060 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,700 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,330 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 410 kW ◉ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of EMB 312 Tucano by Embraer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the EMB 312 Tucano or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The EMB 312 Tucano is faster with a maximum speed of 448 km/h compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer's 412 km/h, a difference of 36 km/h.
Which has longer range, the EMB 312 Tucano or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The EMB 312 Tucano has a longer range at 1,916 km compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer's 1,200 km.
Which can fly higher, the EMB 312 Tucano or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer has a higher service ceiling at 10,060 meters (33,005 ft) compared to the EMB 312 Tucano's 9,145 meters (30,003 ft).
Which is heavier, the EMB 312 Tucano or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The EMB 312 Tucano has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,175 kg compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer's 2,700 kg.
Which is larger, the EMB 312 Tucano or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The EMB 312 Tucano is longer at 9.9 meters compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer's 9.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the EMB 312 Tucano or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The EMB 312 Tucano is more expensive at approximately $1.7 million per unit compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer at $1.5 million.
Which entered service first, the EMB 312 Tucano or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer entered service first in 1978, 5 years before the EMB 312 Tucano which entered service in 1983.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the EMB 312 Tucano or PC-7 Turbo Trainer?
The EMB 312 Tucano has been produced in greater numbers with 624 units compared to 618 units of the PC-7 Turbo Trainer.