PC-7 Turbo Trainer vs TB-30 Epsilon

Overview

The PC-7 Turbo Trainer and the TB-30 Epsilon are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Pilatus and Socata respectively.

Top speed is 412 km/h for the PC-7 Turbo Trainer vs 356 km/h for the TB-30 Epsilon. The PC-7 Turbo Trainer has an operational range of 1,200 km vs 1,300 km for the TB-30 Epsilon. The PC-7 Turbo Trainer operates at altitudes up to 10,060 m compared to 7,010 m for the TB-30 Epsilon. At 2,700 kg MTOW, the PC-7 Turbo Trainer is 2.2x the TB-30 Epsilon's 1,250 kg.

The PC-7 Turbo Trainer has been produced in 618 units vs 19 for the TB-30 Epsilon. Unit cost is $1.5M for the PC-7 Turbo Trainer vs $1M for the TB-30 Epsilon. The PC-7 Turbo Trainer first flew 13 years before the TB-30 Epsilon (1966 vs 1979).

PC-7 Turbo Trainer

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
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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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PC-7 Turbo Trainer

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—‰

TB-30 Epsilon

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the PC-7 Turbo Trainer or TB-30 Epsilon?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer is faster with a maximum speed of 412 km/h compared to the TB-30 Epsilon's 356 km/h, a difference of 56 km/h.
Which has longer range, the PC-7 Turbo Trainer or TB-30 Epsilon?
The TB-30 Epsilon has a longer range at 1,300 km compared to the PC-7 Turbo Trainer's 1,200 km.
Which can fly higher, the PC-7 Turbo Trainer or TB-30 Epsilon?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer has a higher service ceiling at 10,060 meters (33,005 ft) compared to the TB-30 Epsilon's 7,010 meters (22,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the PC-7 Turbo Trainer or TB-30 Epsilon?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,700 kg compared to the TB-30 Epsilon's 1,250 kg.
Which is larger, the PC-7 Turbo Trainer or TB-30 Epsilon?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer is longer at 9.8 meters compared to the TB-30 Epsilon's 7.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the PC-7 Turbo Trainer or TB-30 Epsilon?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer is more expensive at approximately $1.5 million per unit compared to the TB-30 Epsilon at $1.0 million.
Which entered service first, the PC-7 Turbo Trainer or TB-30 Epsilon?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer entered service first in 1978, 6 years before the TB-30 Epsilon which entered service in 1984.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the PC-7 Turbo Trainer or TB-30 Epsilon?
The PC-7 Turbo Trainer has been produced in greater numbers with 618 units compared to 19 units of the TB-30 Epsilon.

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