Beechcraft T-34C-1 Turbo Mentor
Beechcraft · United States · first flew 1973 · fighter
The Beechcraft T-34C-1 is an armed light attack variant of the T-34C Turbo Mentor, fitted with four underwing weapons hardpoints and cleared for combat use by export customers.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Low-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × turboprop, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 8.75 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Turboprop-powered light attack variant of T-34C
- Four underwing hardpoints for weapons
- Tandem-seat trainer with combat capability
Visually identical to the T-34C except for four underwing pylons; low straight wing, single turboprop, and tandem bubble canopy over two crew distinguish it from other trainers.
Specifications
- The Beechcraft T-34C-1 Turbo Mentor has a length of 8.75 m (29 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 10.16 m (33 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 520 km/h (323 mph).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
The T-34C-1 designation was applied to export versions of the T-34C fitted with hardpoints for rockets, bombs, and gun pods. Several countries purchased the type for both advanced training and counter-insurgency roles. The variant entered service in the 1970s and remained in use with numerous air arms into the 2000s.
Variants
The T-34C-1 is the armed export variant of the T-34C; both share the Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-25 engine and identical airframe.
Where you'll see it
Operated by the air forces of Argentina, Ecuador, Indonesia, Morocco, Peru, and several other nations in both training and light attack roles.
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