T-6 Texan II vs Yak-11 Moose

The T-6 Texan II and the Yak-11 Moose are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Beechcraft and Yakovlev respectively. Top speed is 585 km/h for the T-6 Texan II vs 465 km/h for the Yak-11 Moose. The T-6 Texan II has an operational range of 1,700 km vs 1,280 km for the Yak-11 Moose. The T-6 Texan II operates at altitudes up to 9,449 m compared to 7,100 m for the Yak-11 Moose. The T-6 Texan II has been produced in 850 units vs 4,566 for the Yak-11 Moose. Unit cost is $4.3M for the T-6 Texan II vs $0.03M for the Yak-11 Moose. The Yak-11 Moose first flew 47 years before the T-6 Texan II (1945 vs 1992).

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
Soviet trainer aircraft, widely deployed during the Cold War, notable for its robustness and maintenance simplicity.
Yakovlev Yak-11 Moose Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Yakovlev
First flight 10 November 1945
Year introduced 1946
Number produced 4566 units
Average unit price $30K
Wing area 16.3 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.2 m â—‰
Height 3.3 m â—‰
Length 10.2 m â—‰
Maximum speed 585 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,700 km â—‰
Service ceiling 9,449 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,858 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,135 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 932 kW â—‰
Wing area 15.4 m² ◉
Wingspan 9.4 m â—‰
Height 3.3 m â—‰
Length 8.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 465 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,280 km â—‰
Service ceiling 7,100 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,500 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,900 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 419 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the T-6 Texan II or Yak-11 Moose?
The T-6 Texan II is faster with a maximum speed of 585 km/h compared to the Yak-11 Moose's 465 km/h, a difference of 120 km/h.
Which has longer range, the T-6 Texan II or Yak-11 Moose?
The T-6 Texan II has a longer range at 1,700 km compared to the Yak-11 Moose's 1,280 km.
Which can fly higher, the T-6 Texan II or Yak-11 Moose?
The T-6 Texan II has a higher service ceiling at 9,449 meters (31,000 ft) compared to the Yak-11 Moose's 7,100 meters (23,293 ft).
Which is heavier, the T-6 Texan II or Yak-11 Moose?
The T-6 Texan II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,858 kg compared to the Yak-11 Moose's 2,500 kg.
Which is larger, the T-6 Texan II or Yak-11 Moose?
The T-6 Texan II is longer at 10.2 meters compared to the Yak-11 Moose's 8.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the T-6 Texan II or Yak-11 Moose?
The T-6 Texan II is more expensive at approximately $4.3 million per unit compared to the Yak-11 Moose at $0.0 million.
Which entered service first, the T-6 Texan II or Yak-11 Moose?
The Yak-11 Moose entered service first in 1946, 55 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 Yak-11 Moose?
The Yak-11 Moose has been produced in greater numbers with 4,566 units compared to 850 units of the T-6 Texan II.