A-37 Dragonfly vs Strikemaster
Overview
The A-37 Dragonfly and the Strikemaster are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Cessna and British Aircraft Corporation respectively.
Top speed is 816 km/h for the A-37 Dragonfly vs 774 km/h for the Strikemaster. The A-37 Dragonfly has an operational range of 740 km vs 2,224 km for the Strikemaster. The A-37 Dragonfly operates at altitudes up to 12,730 m compared to 12,000 m for the Strikemaster.
The A-37 Dragonfly has been produced in 577 units vs 146 for the Strikemaster. The A-37 Dragonfly first flew 3 years before the Strikemaster (1964 vs 1967).
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Cessna |
| First flight | 1 October 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 577 units |
| Average unit price | $160K |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | British Aircraft Corporation |
| First flight | 26 October 1967 |
| Year introduced | 1968 |
| Number produced | 146 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | 17.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.9 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 8.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 816 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 740 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 12,730 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,350 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2,817 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,293 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 19.9 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.3 m ◉ |
| Length | 10.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 774 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,224 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 12,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,216 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2,810 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 14 kN ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A-37 Dragonfly or Strikemaster?
The A-37 Dragonfly is faster with a maximum speed of 816 km/h compared to the Strikemaster's 774 km/h, a difference of 42 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A-37 Dragonfly or Strikemaster?
The Strikemaster has a longer range at 2,224 km compared to the A-37 Dragonfly's 740 km.
Which can fly higher, the A-37 Dragonfly or Strikemaster?
The A-37 Dragonfly has a higher service ceiling at 12,730 meters (41,765 ft) compared to the Strikemaster's 12,000 meters (39,370 ft).
Which is heavier, the A-37 Dragonfly or Strikemaster?
The A-37 Dragonfly has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,350 kg compared to the Strikemaster's 5,216 kg.
Which is larger, the A-37 Dragonfly or Strikemaster?
The Strikemaster is longer at 10.3 meters compared to the A-37 Dragonfly's 8.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the A-37 Dragonfly or Strikemaster?
The A-37 Dragonfly entered service first in 1967, 1 years before the Strikemaster which entered service in 1968.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A-37 Dragonfly or Strikemaster?
The A-37 Dragonfly has been produced in greater numbers with 577 units compared to 146 units of the Strikemaster.