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Curtiss P-40 vs Curtiss-Wright C-46

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

SpecCurtiss P-40Curtiss-Wright C-46
ICAO typeP40C46
MTOW3,900 kg22,600 kg
Range1,200 nm1,560 nm
Cruise speed271 kt193 kt
Service ceiling29,000 ft27,000 ft
Max seats153
Length10 m23 m
Wingspan11 m33 m
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How does the Curtiss P-40 compare to the Curtiss-Wright C-46 in range?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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