SF-260 vs Z 43
| Italian light military trainer, globally utilized since the 1960s, renowned for its aerobatic capabilities and air force service. | |
| Origin country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | SIAI-Marchetti |
| First flight | 15 July 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1966 |
| Number produced | 900 units |
| Average unit price | $1.3 million |
| Czech four-seat light aircraft, developed in the late 1960s, capable both as a trainer and a tourer. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇿 Czech Republic |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Zlin |
| First flight | 10 December 1968 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 144 units |
| Average unit price | $0.1 million |
| Wing area | 10.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 7.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 1,650 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,300 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 770 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 194 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 14.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 7.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 235 km/h |
| Operational range | 610 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 3,800 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,350 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 730 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 160 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Z 43 by Rob Schleiffert.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the SF-260 or Z 43?
The Z 43 is faster with a maximum speed of 235 km/h compared to the SF-260's 0 km/h, a difference of 235 km/h.
Which has longer range, the SF-260 or Z 43?
The SF-260 has a longer range at 1,650 km compared to the Z 43's 610 km.
Which can fly higher, the SF-260 or Z 43?
The SF-260 has a higher service ceiling at 4,500 meters (14,763 ft) compared to the Z 43's 3,800 meters (12,467 ft).
Which is heavier, the SF-260 or Z 43?
The Z 43 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,350 kg compared to the SF-260's 1,300 kg.
Which is larger, the SF-260 or Z 43?
The Z 43 is longer at 7.8 meters compared to the SF-260's 7.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the SF-260 or Z 43?
The SF-260 is more expensive at approximately $1.3 million per unit compared to the Z 43 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the SF-260 or Z 43?
The SF-260 entered service first in 1966, 6 years before the Z 43 which entered service in 1972.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the SF-260 or Z 43?
The SF-260 has been produced in greater numbers with 900 units compared to 144 units of the Z 43.