HJT-16 Kiran vs SAAB 105
| Indian jet trainer, primarily used by the Indian Air Force from the 1960s, notable for intermediate training roles. | |
| Origin country | 🇮🇳 India |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | HAL |
| First flight | 4 September 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1968 |
| Number produced | 190 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Swedish jet trainer, deployed in mid-20th century, extensively utilized for training, light attack and reconnaissance missions in the Scandinavian region. | |
| Origin country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Saab |
| First flight | 29 June 1963 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 192 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Wing area | 19.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 10.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 9,144 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,235 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,560 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 1,134 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 16.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 10.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 970 km/h |
| Operational range | 2,300 km |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,635 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,849 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,293 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the HJT-16 Kiran or SAAB 105?
The SAAB 105 is faster with a maximum speed of 970 km/h compared to the HJT-16 Kiran's 0 km/h, a difference of 970 km/h.
Which has longer range, the HJT-16 Kiran or SAAB 105?
The SAAB 105 has a longer range at 2,300 km compared to the HJT-16 Kiran's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the HJT-16 Kiran or SAAB 105?
The HJT-16 Kiran has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the SAAB 105's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the HJT-16 Kiran or SAAB 105?
The SAAB 105 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,635 kg compared to the HJT-16 Kiran's 4,235 kg.
Which is larger, the HJT-16 Kiran or SAAB 105?
The SAAB 105 is longer at 10.8 meters compared to the HJT-16 Kiran's 10.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the HJT-16 Kiran or SAAB 105?
The SAAB 105 entered service first in 1967, 1 years before the HJT-16 Kiran which entered service in 1968.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the HJT-16 Kiran or SAAB 105?
The SAAB 105 has been produced in greater numbers with 192 units compared to 190 units of the HJT-16 Kiran.