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Curtiss P-40 vs Piper PA-44

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

SpecCurtiss P-40Piper PA-44
ICAO typeP40PA44
MTOW3,900 kg1,700 kg
Range1,200 nm830 nm
Cruise speed271 kt157 kt
Service ceiling29,000 ft17,000 ft
Max seats14
Length10 m9 m
Wingspan11 m12 m
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How does the Curtiss P-40 compare to the Piper PA-44 in range?

The Curtiss P-40 has a range of 1,200 nm; the Piper PA-44 has a range of 830 nm.

How does the Curtiss P-40 compare to the Piper PA-44 in cruise speed?

The Curtiss P-40 cruises at 271 kt; the Piper PA-44 cruises at 157 kt.

What is the MTOW difference between the Curtiss P-40 and the Piper PA-44?

The Curtiss P-40 has a maximum take-off weight of 3,900 kg, compared with 1,700 kg for the Piper PA-44.

How many seats do the Curtiss P-40 and Piper PA-44 have?

The Curtiss P-40 seats up to 1; the Piper PA-44 seats up to 4.

What ICAO type codes do the Curtiss P-40 and Piper PA-44 use?

The Curtiss P-40 is ICAO type P40; the Piper PA-44 is ICAO type PA44.