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Grumman OV-1C vs Grumman American F8F-1

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

SpecGrumman OV-1CGrumman American F8F-1
ICAO typeV1BCAT
MTOW8,200 kg5,800 kg
Range875 nm960 nm
Cruise speed231 kt141 kt
Service ceiling31,000 ft39,000 ft
Max seats21
Length13 m9 m
Wingspan15 m11 m
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How does the Grumman OV-1C compare to the Grumman American F8F-1 in range?

The Grumman OV-1C has a range of 875 nm; the Grumman American F8F-1 has a range of 960 nm.

How does the Grumman OV-1C compare to the Grumman American F8F-1 in cruise speed?

The Grumman OV-1C cruises at 231 kt; the Grumman American F8F-1 cruises at 141 kt.

What is the MTOW difference between the Grumman OV-1C and the Grumman American F8F-1?

The Grumman OV-1C has a maximum take-off weight of 8,200 kg, compared with 5,800 kg for the Grumman American F8F-1.

How many seats do the Grumman OV-1C and Grumman American F8F-1 have?

The Grumman OV-1C seats up to 2; the Grumman American F8F-1 seats up to 1.

What ICAO type codes do the Grumman OV-1C and Grumman American F8F-1 use?

The Grumman OV-1C is ICAO type V1; the Grumman American F8F-1 is ICAO type BCAT.