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Curtiss-Wright C-46 vs Curtiss P-40

Side-by-side aircraft model specifications (max across variants).

SpecCurtiss-Wright C-46Curtiss P-40
ICAO typeC46P40
MTOW22,600 kg3,900 kg
Range1,560 nm1,200 nm
Cruise speed193 kt271 kt
Service ceiling27,000 ft29,000 ft
Max seats531
Length23 m10 m
Wingspan33 m11 m
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How does the Curtiss-Wright C-46 compare to the Curtiss P-40 in range?

The Curtiss-Wright C-46 has a range of 1,560 nm; the Curtiss P-40 has a range of 1,200 nm.

How does the Curtiss-Wright C-46 compare to the Curtiss P-40 in cruise speed?

The Curtiss-Wright C-46 cruises at 193 kt; the Curtiss P-40 cruises at 271 kt.

What is the MTOW difference between the Curtiss-Wright C-46 and the Curtiss P-40?

The Curtiss-Wright C-46 has a maximum take-off weight of 22,600 kg, compared with 3,900 kg for the Curtiss P-40.

How many seats do the Curtiss-Wright C-46 and Curtiss P-40 have?

The Curtiss-Wright C-46 seats up to 53; the Curtiss P-40 seats up to 1.

What ICAO type codes do the Curtiss-Wright C-46 and Curtiss P-40 use?

The Curtiss-Wright C-46 is ICAO type C46; the Curtiss P-40 is ICAO type P40.