Bulldog vs Z 42

Scottish trainer aircraft, operational during the late twentieth century, extensively deployed in military and civilian flight training.
Picture of Bulldog
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Scottish Aviation
First flight 19 May 1969
Year introduced 1971
Number produced 328 units
Average unit price $0.1 million
Czech training aircraft, introduced in the late 20th century, extensively utilized for flight instruction and aerobatics worldwide.
Picture of Z 42
Origin country 🇨🇿 Czech Republic
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Zlin
First flight 17 October 1967
Year introduced 1970
Number produced 57 units
Average unit price $-- million
Wing area 12.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 10.1 m â—‰
Height 2.7 m â—‰
Length 7.1 m â—‰
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range 1,000 km â—‰
Service ceiling 4,877 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,066 kg â—‰
Empty weight 649 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 149 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of Scottish Aviation Bulldog
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
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—‰
Profile drawing of Zlin Z 42

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Photo of Z 42 by RadekS.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Bulldog or Z 42?
The Z 42 is faster with a maximum speed of 230 km/h compared to the Bulldog's 0 km/h, a difference of 230 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bulldog or Z 42?
The Bulldog has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the Z 42's 530 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bulldog or Z 42?
The Z 42 has a higher service ceiling at 5,500 meters (18,044 ft) compared to the Bulldog's 4,877 meters (16,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bulldog or Z 42?
The Bulldog has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,066 kg compared to the Z 42's 920 kg.
Which is larger, the Bulldog or Z 42?
The Bulldog is longer at 7.1 meters compared to the Z 42's 7.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the Bulldog or Z 42?
The Z 42 entered service first in 1970, 1 years before the Bulldog which entered service in 1971.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bulldog or Z 42?
The Bulldog has been produced in greater numbers with 328 units compared to 57 units of the Z 42.