Z 42 vs Z 43
| 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 | $-- million |
| Czech four-seat light aircraft, developed in the late 1960s, capable both as a trainer and a tourer. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇿 Czechia |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Zlin |
| First flight | 10 December 1968 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 144 units |
| Average unit price | $0.1 million |
| 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—‰ |
| Wing area | 14.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 7.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 235 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 610 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 3,800 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,350 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 730 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 160 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Z 42 or Z 43?
The Z 43 is faster with a maximum speed of 235 km/h compared to the Z 42's 230 km/h, a difference of 5 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Z 42 or Z 43?
The Z 43 has a longer range at 610 km compared to the Z 42's 530 km.
Which can fly higher, the Z 42 or Z 43?
The Z 42 has a higher service ceiling at 5,500 meters (18,044 ft) compared to the Z 43's 3,800 meters (12,467 ft).
Which is heavier, the Z 42 or Z 43?
The Z 43 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,350 kg compared to the Z 42's 920 kg.
Which is larger, the Z 42 or Z 43?
The Z 43 is longer at 7.8 meters compared to the Z 42's 7.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the Z 42 or Z 43?
The Z 42 entered service first in 1970, 2 years before the Z 43 which entered service in 1972.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Z 42 or Z 43?
The Z 43 has been produced in greater numbers with 144 units compared to 57 units of the Z 42.