PC-7 Turbo Trainer vs T-CH-1 Chung Hsing

Overview

The PC-7 Turbo Trainer and the T-CH-1 Chung Hsing are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Pilatus and AIDC respectively.

Top speed is 412 km/h for the PC-7 Turbo Trainer vs 590 km/h for the T-CH-1 Chung Hsing. The PC-7 Turbo Trainer has an operational range of 1,200 km vs 2,010 km for the T-CH-1 Chung Hsing. The PC-7 Turbo Trainer operates at altitudes up to 10,060 m compared to 9,800 m for the T-CH-1 Chung Hsing.

The PC-7 Turbo Trainer has been produced in 618 units vs 52 for the T-CH-1 Chung Hsing. The PC-7 Turbo Trainer first flew 7 years before the T-CH-1 Chung Hsing (1966 vs 1973).

Swiss-made turbo trainer, distinguished by service in over 30 air forces, dating back to the late 1970s.
Pilatus PC-7 Turbo Trainer Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇭 Switzerland
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Pilatus
First flight 12 April 1966
Year introduced 1978
Number produced 618 units
Average unit price $1.5 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 16.6 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.4 m â—‰
Height 3.2 m â—‰
Length 9.8 m â—‰
Maximum speed 412 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,200 km â—‰
Service ceiling 10,060 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,700 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,330 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 410 kW 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—‰

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the PC-7 Turbo Trainer or T-CH-1 Chung Hsing?
The T-CH-1 Chung Hsing is faster with a maximum speed of 590 km/h compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer's 412 km/h, a difference of 178 km/h.
Which has longer range, the PC-7 Turbo Trainer or T-CH-1 Chung Hsing?
The T-CH-1 Chung Hsing has a longer range at 2,010 km compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer's 1,200 km.
Which can fly higher, the PC-7 Turbo Trainer or T-CH-1 Chung Hsing?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer has a higher service ceiling at 10,060 meters (33,005 ft) compared to the T-CH-1 Chung Hsing's 9,800 meters (32,152 ft).
Which is heavier, the PC-7 Turbo Trainer or T-CH-1 Chung Hsing?
The T-CH-1 Chung Hsing has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,057 kg compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer's 2,700 kg.
Which is larger, the PC-7 Turbo Trainer or T-CH-1 Chung Hsing?
The T-CH-1 Chung Hsing is longer at 10.3 meters compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer's 9.8 meters.
Which entered service first, the PC-7 Turbo Trainer or T-CH-1 Chung Hsing?
The T-CH-1 Chung Hsing entered service first in 1976, 2 years before the PC-7 Turbo Trainer which entered service in 1978.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the PC-7 Turbo Trainer or T-CH-1 Chung Hsing?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer has been produced in greater numbers with 618 units compared to 52 units of the T-CH-1 Chung Hsing.