T-6 Texan II vs YS-11
The T-6 Texan II and the YS-11 are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Beechcraft and NAMC respectively. Top speed is 585 km/h for the T-6 Texan II vs 470 km/h for the YS-11. The T-6 Texan II has an operational range of 1,700 km vs 2,110 km for the YS-11. The T-6 Texan II operates at altitudes up to 9,449 m compared to 6,980 m for the YS-11. At 23,500 kg MTOW, the YS-11 is 8.2x the T-6 Texan II's 2,858 kg. The T-6 Texan II has been produced in 850 units vs 182 for the YS-11. Unit cost is $4.3M for the T-6 Texan II vs $2.25M for the YS-11. The YS-11 first flew 30 years before the T-6 Texan II (1962 vs 1992).
| American turboprop trainer, widely deployed worldwide since the late 20th century for pilot instructing and light attack roles. | |
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| 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 |
| Japanese turboprop airliner from the 1960s, deployed primarily in short-haul flights, and regionally used by various countries. | |
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| Origin country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | NAMC |
| First flight | 30 August 1962 |
| Year introduced | 1965 |
| Number produced | 182 units |
| Average unit price | $2.2 million |
| 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 | 94.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 32.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 9.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 26.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 470 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,110 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,980 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 23,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 14,600 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,130 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the T-6 Texan II or YS-11?
The T-6 Texan II is faster with a maximum speed of 585 km/h compared to the YS-11's 470 km/h, a difference of 115 km/h.
Which has longer range, the T-6 Texan II or YS-11?
The YS-11 has a longer range at 2,110 km compared to the T-6 Texan II's 1,700 km.
Which can fly higher, the T-6 Texan II or YS-11?
The T-6 Texan II has a higher service ceiling at 9,449 meters (31,000 ft) compared to the YS-11's 6,980 meters (22,900 ft).
Which is heavier, the T-6 Texan II or YS-11?
The YS-11 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 23,500 kg compared to the T-6 Texan II's 2,858 kg.
Which is larger, the T-6 Texan II or YS-11?
The YS-11 is longer at 26.3 meters compared to the T-6 Texan II's 10.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the T-6 Texan II or YS-11?
The T-6 Texan II is more expensive at approximately $4.3 million per unit compared to the YS-11 at $2.2 million.
Which entered service first, the T-6 Texan II or YS-11?
The YS-11 entered service first in 1965, 36 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 YS-11?
The T-6 Texan II has been produced in greater numbers with 850 units compared to 182 units of the YS-11.