Yak-52 vs Z 42
| Soviet primary trainer aircraft, renowned for its extensive service in DOSAAF training program during the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Yakovlev |
| First flight | 1 January 1976 |
| Year introduced | 1979 |
| Number produced | 14 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Czech training aircraft, introduced in the late 20th century, extensively utilized for flight instruction and aerobatics worldwide. | |
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| 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 | 15.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 7.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 550 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,305 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,015 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 265 kW â—‰ |
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| 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—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Yak-52 by Julian Herzog.
Photo of Z 42 by RadekS.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Yak-52 or Z 42?
The Z 42 is faster with a maximum speed of 230 km/h compared to the Yak-52's 0 km/h, a difference of 230 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Yak-52 or Z 42?
The Yak-52 has a longer range at 550 km compared to the Z 42's 530 km.
Which can fly higher, the Yak-52 or Z 42?
The Z 42 has a higher service ceiling at 5,500 meters (18,044 ft) compared to the Yak-52's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the Yak-52 or Z 42?
The Yak-52 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,305 kg compared to the Z 42's 920 kg.
Which is larger, the Yak-52 or Z 42?
The Yak-52 is longer at 7.7 meters compared to the Z 42's 7.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the Yak-52 or Z 42?
The Z 42 entered service first in 1970, 9 years before the Yak-52 which entered service in 1979.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Yak-52 or Z 42?
The Z 42 has been produced in greater numbers with 57 units compared to 14 units of the Yak-52.