Virus SW80 vs Z 42
Overview
The Virus SW80 and the Z 42 are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Pipistrel and Zlin respectively.
Top speed is 283 km/h for the Virus SW80 vs 230 km/h for the Z 42. The Virus SW80 has an operational range of 1,450 km vs 530 km for the Z 42. The Virus SW80 operates at altitudes up to 6,800 m compared to 5,500 m for the Z 42.
The Virus SW80 has been produced in 1,000 units vs 57 for the Z 42. The Z 42 first flew 32 years before the Virus SW80 (1967 vs 1999).
| Slovenian two-seat light aircraft, introduced in the late 1990s, utilized for training, surveillance, and recreational flight operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇸🇮 Slovenia |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Pipistrel |
| First flight | 10 August 1999 |
| Year introduced | 2000 |
| Number produced | 1000 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Czech training aircraft, introduced in the late 20th century, extensively utilized for flight instruction and aerobatics worldwide. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇿 Czechia |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Zlin |
| First flight | 17 October 1967 |
| Year introduced | 1970 |
| Number produced | 57 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | 9.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 1.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 6.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 283 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,450 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,800 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 600 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 289 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 60 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 13.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 7.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 230 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 530 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 920 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 600 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 134 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Virus SW80 or Z 42?
The Virus SW80 is faster with a maximum speed of 283 km/h compared to the Z 42's 230 km/h, a difference of 53 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Virus SW80 or Z 42?
The Virus SW80 has a longer range at 1,450 km compared to the Z 42's 530 km.
Which can fly higher, the Virus SW80 or Z 42?
The Virus SW80 has a higher service ceiling at 6,800 meters (22,309 ft) compared to the Z 42's 5,500 meters (18,044 ft).
Which is heavier, the Virus SW80 or Z 42?
The Z 42 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 920 kg compared to the Virus SW80's 600 kg.
Which is larger, the Virus SW80 or Z 42?
The Z 42 is longer at 7.1 meters compared to the Virus SW80's 6.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the Virus SW80 or Z 42?
The Z 42 entered service first in 1970, 30 years before the Virus SW80 which entered service in 2000.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Virus SW80 or Z 42?
The Virus SW80 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,000 units compared to 57 units of the Z 42.