Y-8 vs ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle

Overview

The Y-8 is a Military Transport Aircraft built by Shaanxi, while the ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle is a Military Special Mission Aircraft by Shaanxi.

Top speed is 660 km/h for the Y-8 vs 660 km/h for the ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle. The Y-8 has an operational range of 5,615 km vs 5,615 km for the ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle. The Y-8 operates at altitudes up to 10,400 m compared to 10,400 m for the ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle.

The Y-8 has been produced in 169 units vs 4 for the ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle. The Y-8 first flew 36 years before the ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle (1974 vs 2010).

Y-8

Chinese medium-size, medium-range transport aircraft, developed in the late 20th century based on the Soviet Antonov An-12, and extensively deployed in military and civilian transport operations.
Shaanxi Y-8 Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Shaanxi
First flight 1 December 1974
Year introduced 1981
Number produced 169 units
Average unit price --
Chinese-designed airborne early warning and control aircraft, developed in the early 21st century, operated exclusively by the Pakistan Air Force for aerial surveillance and command.
Shaanxi ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle Other profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Special Mission Aircraft
Manufacturer Shaanxi
First flight 1 January 2010
Year introduced 2011
Number produced 4 units
Average unit price --

Y-8

Wing area 121.9 m² ◉
Wingspan 38.0 m â—‰
Height 11.2 m â—‰
Length 34.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 660 km/h â—‰
Operational range 5,615 km â—‰
Service ceiling 10,400 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 61,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 35,490 kg â—‰
Total thrust 4 x 793 kW â—‰
Wing area 121.9 m² ◉
Wingspan 38.0 m â—‰
Height 11.2 m â—‰
Length 34.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 660 km/h â—‰
Operational range 5,615 km â—‰
Service ceiling 10,400 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 61,000 kg â—‰
Empty weight 35,490 kg â—‰
Total thrust 4 x 793 kW â—‰

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Y-8 or ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle?
The ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle is faster with a maximum speed of 660 km/h compared to the Y-8's 660 km/h, a difference of 0 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Y-8 or ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle?
The ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle has a longer range at 5,615 km compared to the Y-8's 5,615 km.
Which can fly higher, the Y-8 or ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle?
The ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle has a higher service ceiling at 10,400 meters (34,120 ft) compared to the Y-8's 10,400 meters (34,120 ft).
Which is heavier, the Y-8 or ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle?
The ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 61,000 kg compared to the Y-8's 61,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Y-8 or ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle?
The ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle is longer at 34.0 meters compared to the Y-8's 34.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Y-8 or ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle?
The Y-8 entered service first in 1981, 30 years before the ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle which entered service in 2011.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Y-8 or ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle?
The Y-8 has been produced in greater numbers with 169 units compared to 4 units of the ZDK-03 Karakoram Eagle.