SF-260 vs Z 42

Italian light military trainer, globally utilized since the 1960s, renowned for its aerobatic capabilities and air force service.
Origin country ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Italy
Category Military Training Aircrafts
Manufacturer SIAI-Marchetti
First flight 15 July 1964
Year of introduction 1966
Number produced 900 units
Average unit price $-- million
Czech training aircraft, introduced in the late 20th century, extensively utilized for flight instruction and aerobatics worldwide.
Picture of Z 42
Origin country ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Czech Republic
Category Military Training Aircrafts
Manufacturer Zlin
First flight 17 October 1967
Year of introduction 1970
Number produced 57 units
Average unit price $-- million
Wing area 10.1 mยฒ โ—‰
Wingspan 8.4 m โ—‰
Height 2.4 m โ—‰
Length 7.1 m โ—‰
Maximum speed -- km/h
Service ceiling 4,500 m โ—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,300 kg โ—‰
Empty weight 770 kg โ—‰
Total thrust 1 x 194 kW โ—‰
Wing area 13.2 mยฒ โ—‰
Wingspan 9.1 m โ—‰
Height 2.7 m โ—‰
Length 7.1 m โ—‰
Maximum speed 230 km/h
Service ceiling 5,500 m โ—‰
Max. takeoff weight 920 kg โ—‰
Empty weight 600 kg โ—‰
Total thrust 1 x 134 kW โ—‰

Performance Radar Chart

Photo of Z 42 by RadekS.