AT-3 Tsu Chiang vs T-CH-1 Chung Hsing

Overview

The AT-3 Tsu Chiang and the T-CH-1 Chung Hsing are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by AIDC and AIDC respectively.

Top speed is 904 km/h for the AT-3 Tsu Chiang vs 590 km/h for the T-CH-1 Chung Hsing. The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has an operational range of 2,280 km vs 2,010 km for the T-CH-1 Chung Hsing. The AT-3 Tsu Chiang operates at altitudes up to 14,650 m compared to 9,800 m for the T-CH-1 Chung Hsing.

The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has been produced in 62 units vs 52 for the T-CH-1 Chung Hsing. The T-CH-1 Chung Hsing first flew 7 years before the AT-3 Tsu Chiang (1973 vs 1980).

Taiwanese advanced jet trainer, deployed in the 1980s, renowned for its service in the Republic of China Air Force.
AIDC AT-3 Tsu Chiang Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇹🇼 Taiwan
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer AIDC
First flight 16 September 1980
Year introduced 1984
Number produced 62 units
Average unit price $4 million
Taiwanese turboprop-powered military trainer and light attack aircraft, developed in the 1970s and operated by the Republic of China Air Force.
AIDC T-CH-1 Chung Hsing Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇹🇼 Taiwan
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer AIDC
First flight 23 November 1973
Year introduced 1976
Number produced 52 units
Average unit price --
Wing area 21.9 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.5 m â—‰
Height 4.4 m â—‰
Length 12.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 904 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,280 km â—‰
Service ceiling 14,650 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 7,940 kg â—‰
Empty weight 3,856 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 794 kgf â—‰
Wing area 25.2 m² ◉
Wingspan 12.2 m â—‰
Height 3.7 m â—‰
Length 10.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 590 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,010 km â—‰
Service ceiling 9,800 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 5,057 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,608 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 1,082 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or T-CH-1 Chung Hsing?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang is faster with a maximum speed of 904 km/h compared to the T-CH-1 Chung Hsing's 590 km/h, a difference of 314 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or T-CH-1 Chung Hsing?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has a longer range at 2,280 km compared to the T-CH-1 Chung Hsing's 2,010 km.
Which can fly higher, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or T-CH-1 Chung Hsing?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has a higher service ceiling at 14,650 meters (48,064 ft) compared to the T-CH-1 Chung Hsing's 9,800 meters (32,152 ft).
Which is heavier, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or T-CH-1 Chung Hsing?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,940 kg compared to the T-CH-1 Chung Hsing's 5,057 kg.
Which is larger, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or T-CH-1 Chung Hsing?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the T-CH-1 Chung Hsing's 10.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or T-CH-1 Chung Hsing?
The T-CH-1 Chung Hsing entered service first in 1976, 8 years before the AT-3 Tsu Chiang which entered service in 1984.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or T-CH-1 Chung Hsing?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has been produced in greater numbers with 62 units compared to 52 units of the T-CH-1 Chung Hsing.