T-6 Texan II vs TB-30 Epsilon

Overview

The T-6 Texan II and the TB-30 Epsilon are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Beechcraft and Socata respectively.

Top speed is 585 km/h for the T-6 Texan II vs 356 km/h for the TB-30 Epsilon. The T-6 Texan II has an operational range of 1,700 km vs 1,300 km for the TB-30 Epsilon. The T-6 Texan II operates at altitudes up to 9,449 m compared to 7,010 m for the TB-30 Epsilon. At 2,858 kg MTOW, the T-6 Texan II is 2.3x the TB-30 Epsilon's 1,250 kg.

The T-6 Texan II has been produced in 850 units vs 19 for the TB-30 Epsilon. Unit cost is $4.3M for the T-6 Texan II vs $1M for the TB-30 Epsilon. The TB-30 Epsilon first flew 13 years before the T-6 Texan II (1979 vs 1992).

T-6 Texan II

American turboprop trainer, widely deployed worldwide since the late 20th century for pilot instructing and light attack roles.
Beechcraft T-6 Texan II Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Beechcraft
First flight 23 December 1992
Year introduced 2001
Number produced 850 units
Average unit price $4.3 million
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TB-30 Epsilon

French trainer aircraft from the 1980s, widely used by French, Greek, and Portuguese air forces for advanced pilot training.
Socata TB-30 Epsilon Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Socata
First flight 22 December 1979
Year introduced 1984
Number produced 19 units
Average unit price $1 million
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T-6 Texan II

Wing area 16.3 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.2 m ◉
Height 3.3 m ◉
Length 10.2 m ◉
Maximum speed 585 km/h ◉
Operational range 1,700 km ◉
Service ceiling 9,449 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 2,858 kg ◉
Empty weight 2,135 kg ◉
Total thrust 1 x 932 kW ◉

TB-30 Epsilon

Wing area 9.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 7.9 m ◉
Height 2.7 m ◉
Length 7.6 m ◉
Maximum speed 356 km/h ◉
Operational range 1,300 km ◉
Service ceiling 7,010 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 1,250 kg ◉
Empty weight 932 kg ◉
Total thrust 1 x 224 kW ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the T-6 Texan II or TB-30 Epsilon?
The T-6 Texan II is faster with a maximum speed of 585 km/h compared to the TB-30 Epsilon's 356 km/h, a difference of 229 km/h.
Which has longer range, the T-6 Texan II or TB-30 Epsilon?
The T-6 Texan II has a longer range at 1,700 km compared to the TB-30 Epsilon's 1,300 km.
Which can fly higher, the T-6 Texan II or TB-30 Epsilon?
The T-6 Texan II has a higher service ceiling at 9,449 meters (31,000 ft) compared to the TB-30 Epsilon's 7,010 meters (22,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the T-6 Texan II or TB-30 Epsilon?
The T-6 Texan II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,858 kg compared to the TB-30 Epsilon's 1,250 kg.
Which is larger, the T-6 Texan II or TB-30 Epsilon?
The T-6 Texan II is longer at 10.2 meters compared to the TB-30 Epsilon's 7.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the T-6 Texan II or TB-30 Epsilon?
The T-6 Texan II is more expensive at approximately $4.3 million per unit compared to the TB-30 Epsilon at $1.0 million.
Which entered service first, the T-6 Texan II or TB-30 Epsilon?
The TB-30 Epsilon entered service first in 1984, 17 years before the T-6 Texan II which entered service in 2001.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the T-6 Texan II or TB-30 Epsilon?
The T-6 Texan II has been produced in greater numbers with 850 units compared to 19 units of the TB-30 Epsilon.

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