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Grumman American F8F-1 vs Grumman F-6F

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

SpecGrumman American F8F-1Grumman F-6F
ICAO typeBCATHCAT
MTOW5,800 kg6,000 kg
Range960 nm1,130 nm
Cruise speed141 kt145 kt
Service ceiling39,000 ft36,000 ft
Max seats11
Length9 m10 m
Wingspan11 m13 m
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How does the Grumman American F8F-1 compare to the Grumman F-6F in range?

The Grumman American F8F-1 has a range of 960 nm; the Grumman F-6F has a range of 1,130 nm.

How does the Grumman American F8F-1 compare to the Grumman F-6F in cruise speed?

The Grumman American F8F-1 cruises at 141 kt; the Grumman F-6F cruises at 145 kt.

What is the MTOW difference between the Grumman American F8F-1 and the Grumman F-6F?

The Grumman American F8F-1 has a maximum take-off weight of 5,800 kg, compared with 6,000 kg for the Grumman F-6F.

How many seats do the Grumman American F8F-1 and Grumman F-6F have?

The Grumman American F8F-1 seats up to 1; the Grumman F-6F seats up to 1.

What ICAO type codes do the Grumman American F8F-1 and Grumman F-6F use?

The Grumman American F8F-1 is ICAO type BCAT; the Grumman F-6F is ICAO type HCAT.