GlobalMilitary.net Open-source military intelligence Updated daily
Head-to-head

Saab 340 AEW&C vs ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle

Saab 340 AEW&C vs ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle at a glance — top speed 522 vs 660 km/h, range 1,300 vs 5,615 km, max takeoff weight 13,155 vs 61,000 kg, built 12 vs 4 units.

Saab 340 AEW&C military special mission aircraft side profile drawing
🇸🇪 Saab 340 AEW&CFull specs
Shaanxi ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle military special mission aircraft side profile drawing
🇨🇳 ZDK-03 Karakoram EagleFull specs
Specifications
Saab 340 AEW&C ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle
Origin country 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Special Mission Aircraft Military Special Mission Aircraft
Manufacturer Saab Shaanxi
First flight 1 January 1994 1 January 2010
Year introduced 1997 2011
Number produced 12 units 4 units
Average unit price -- --
Wing area 42.0 m² 121.9 m²
Wingspan 21.4 m 38.0 m
Height 7.0 m 11.2 m
Length 20.6 m 34.0 m
Maximum speed 522 km/h 660 km/h
Operational range 1,300 km 5,615 km
Service ceiling 7,620 m 10,400 m
Max. takeoff weight 13,155 kg 61,000 kg
Empty weight 10,300 kg 35,490 kg
Total thrust 2 x 1,390 kW 4 x 3,170 kW
Performance Radar Chart
Explore further
Change comparison vs
Related Comparisons
Guide Chinese Aircraft Designations
Saab 340 AEW&C vs Cirrus SR22 Saab 340 AEW&C vs King Air 350 Saab 340 AEW&C vs Cirrus SR-20 Saab 340 AEW&C vs Hawker 800 Saab 340 AEW&C vs Tecnam P2006T Saab 340 AEW&C vs P-8 Poseidon

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Saab 340 AEW&C or ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle?
The ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle is faster with a maximum speed of 660 km/h compared to the Saab 340 AEW&C's 522 km/h, a difference of 138 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Saab 340 AEW&C or ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle?
The ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle has a longer range at 5,615 km compared to the Saab 340 AEW&C's 1,300 km.
Which can fly higher, the Saab 340 AEW&C or ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle?
The ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle has a higher service ceiling at 10,400 meters (34,120 ft) compared to the Saab 340 AEW&C's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Saab 340 AEW&C or ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle?
The ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 61,000 kg compared to the Saab 340 AEW&C's 13,155 kg.
Which is larger, the Saab 340 AEW&C or ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle?
The ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle is longer at 34.0 meters compared to the Saab 340 AEW&C's 20.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the Saab 340 AEW&C or ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle?
The Saab 340 AEW&C entered service first in 1997, 14 years before the ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle which entered service in 2011.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Saab 340 AEW&C or ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle?
The Saab 340 AEW&C has been produced in greater numbers with 12 units compared to 4 units of the ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle.