SR-20 vs Virus SW80
Overview
The SR-20 is a Military Special Mission Aircraft built by Cirrus, while the Virus SW80 is a Military Training Aircraft by Pipistrel.
Top speed is 287 km/h for the SR-20 vs 283 km/h for the Virus SW80. The SR-20 has an operational range of 1,450 km vs 1,450 km for the Virus SW80. The Virus SW80 operates at altitudes up to 6,800 m compared to 5,334 m for the SR-20. At 1,383 kg MTOW, the SR-20 is 2.3x the Virus SW80's 600 kg.
The SR-20 has been produced in 1,459 units vs 1,000 for the Virus SW80. The SR-20 first flew 4 years before the Virus SW80 (1995 vs 1999).
| American civil utility aircraft, renowned from the late 20th century, extensively deployed in private aviation and flight training. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Cirrus |
| First flight | 21 March 1995 |
| Year introduced | 1999 |
| Number produced | 1459 units |
| Average unit price | $630K |
| Slovenian two-seat light aircraft, introduced in the late 1990s, utilized for training, surveillance, and recreational flight operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇸🇮 Slovenia |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Pipistrel |
| First flight | 10 August 1999 |
| Year introduced | 2000 |
| Number produced | 1000 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | 13.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 287 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,450 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,334 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,383 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 943 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 149 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 9.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 1.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 6.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 283 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,450 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,800 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 600 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 289 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 60 kW â—‰ |
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Detailed Comparison
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the SR-20 or Virus SW80?
The SR-20 is faster with a maximum speed of 287 km/h compared to the Virus SW80's 283 km/h, a difference of 4 km/h.
Which has longer range, the SR-20 or Virus SW80?
The Virus SW80 has a longer range at 1,450 km compared to the SR-20's 1,450 km.
Which can fly higher, the SR-20 or Virus SW80?
The Virus SW80 has a higher service ceiling at 6,800 meters (22,309 ft) compared to the SR-20's 5,334 meters (17,500 ft).
Which is heavier, the SR-20 or Virus SW80?
The SR-20 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,383 kg compared to the Virus SW80's 600 kg.
Which is larger, the SR-20 or Virus SW80?
The SR-20 is longer at 8.0 meters compared to the Virus SW80's 6.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the SR-20 or Virus SW80?
The SR-20 entered service first in 1999, 1 years before the Virus SW80 which entered service in 2000.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the SR-20 or Virus SW80?
The SR-20 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,459 units compared to 1,000 units of the Virus SW80.