Power & Performance
Those special qualities that separate one aircraft design from another. Performance specifications presented assume optimal operating conditions for the Hongdu K-8 (Karakorum) Light Attack / Advanced Jet Trainer Aircraft.
1 x Garrett TFE731-2A-2A non-afterburning turbofan engine delivering 3,600lb of thrust.
Propulsion
497 mph
800 kph | 432 kts
Max Speed
42,651 ft
13,000 m | 8 miles
Service Ceiling
1,398 miles
2,250 km | 1,215 nm
Operational Range