T-45 Goshawk vs T-7 Red Hawk

Overview

The T-45 Goshawk and the T-7 Red Hawk are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas/BAe and Boeing-Saab respectively.

Top speed is 1,038 km/h for the T-45 Goshawk vs 1,300 km/h for the T-7 Red Hawk. The T-45 Goshawk has an operational range of 1,300 km vs 1,830 km for the T-7 Red Hawk. The T-7 Red Hawk operates at altitudes up to 15,240 m compared to 12,954 m for the T-45 Goshawk.

The T-45 Goshawk has been produced in 221 units vs 2 for the T-7 Red Hawk. Unit cost is $21M for the T-45 Goshawk vs $22M for the T-7 Red Hawk. The T-45 Goshawk first flew 28 years before the T-7 Red Hawk (1988 vs 2016).

British-American trainer jet, integral to U.S. Navy pilot training, operational since the late 20th century.
McDonnell Douglas/BAe T-45 Goshawk Training profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ United Kingdom πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer McDonnell Douglas/BAe
First flight 16 April 1988
Year introduced 1992
Number produced 221 units
Average unit price $21 million
American advanced trainer jet, designed in the 21st century, with no current deployments or operational history.
Boeing-Saab T-7 Red Hawk Training profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Boeing-Saab
First flight 20 December 2016
Year introduced 2028
Number produced 2 units
Average unit price $22 million
Wing area 17.7 mΒ²
Wingspan 9.4 m β—‰
Height 4.1 m β—‰
Length 12.0 m β—‰
Maximum speed 1038 km/h β—‰
Operational range 1,300 km β—‰
Service ceiling 12,954 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 6,387 kg β—‰
Empty weight 4,460 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 2,507 kgf β—‰
Wing area -- mΒ²
Wingspan 10.0 m β—‰
Height 4.0 m β—‰
Length 15.2 m β—‰
Maximum speed 1300 km/h β—‰
Operational range 1,830 km β—‰
Service ceiling 15,240 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 5,500 kg β—‰
Empty weight 3,250 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 4,990 kgf β—‰

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the T-45 Goshawk or T-7 Red Hawk?
The T-7 Red Hawk is faster with a maximum speed of 1,300 km/h compared to the T-45 Goshawk's 1,038 km/h, a difference of 262 km/h.
Which has longer range, the T-45 Goshawk or T-7 Red Hawk?
The T-7 Red Hawk has a longer range at 1,830 km compared to the T-45 Goshawk's 1,300 km.
Which can fly higher, the T-45 Goshawk or T-7 Red Hawk?
The T-7 Red Hawk has a higher service ceiling at 15,240 meters (50,000 ft) compared to the T-45 Goshawk's 12,954 meters (42,500 ft).
Which is heavier, the T-45 Goshawk or T-7 Red Hawk?
The T-45 Goshawk has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,387 kg compared to the T-7 Red Hawk's 5,500 kg.
Which is larger, the T-45 Goshawk or T-7 Red Hawk?
The T-7 Red Hawk is longer at 15.2 meters compared to the T-45 Goshawk's 12.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the T-45 Goshawk or T-7 Red Hawk?
The T-7 Red Hawk is more expensive at approximately $22 million per unit compared to the T-45 Goshawk at $21 million.
Which entered service first, the T-45 Goshawk or T-7 Red Hawk?
The T-45 Goshawk entered service first in 1992, 36 years before the T-7 Red Hawk which entered service in 2028.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the T-45 Goshawk or T-7 Red Hawk?
The T-45 Goshawk has been produced in greater numbers with 221 units compared to 2 units of the T-7 Red Hawk.