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Grumman F7F-3 vs Grumman American F8F-1

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

SpecGrumman F7F-3Grumman American F8F-1
ICAO typeTCATBCAT
MTOW11,600 kg5,800 kg
Range1,050 nm960 nm
Cruise speed192 kt141 kt
Service ceiling41,000 ft39,000 ft
Max seats11
Length14 m9 m
Wingspan16 m11 m
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How does the Grumman F7F-3 compare to the Grumman American F8F-1 in range?

The Grumman F7F-3 has a range of 1,050 nm; the Grumman American F8F-1 has a range of 960 nm.

How does the Grumman F7F-3 compare to the Grumman American F8F-1 in cruise speed?

The Grumman F7F-3 cruises at 192 kt; the Grumman American F8F-1 cruises at 141 kt.

What is the MTOW difference between the Grumman F7F-3 and the Grumman American F8F-1?

The Grumman F7F-3 has a maximum take-off weight of 11,600 kg, compared with 5,800 kg for the Grumman American F8F-1.

How many seats do the Grumman F7F-3 and Grumman American F8F-1 have?

The Grumman F7F-3 seats up to 1; the Grumman American F8F-1 seats up to 1.

What ICAO type codes do the Grumman F7F-3 and Grumman American F8F-1 use?

The Grumman F7F-3 is ICAO type TCAT; the Grumman American F8F-1 is ICAO type BCAT.