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Northrop P-61 vs Sikorsky S-61L

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

SpecNorthrop P-61Sikorsky S-61L
ICAO typeP61S61
MTOW16,400 kg5,300 kg
Range480 nm450 nm
Cruise speed—118 kt
Service ceiling33,000 ft12,500 ft
Max seats326
Length15 m17 m
Wingspan20 m—
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How does the Northrop P-61 compare to the Sikorsky S-61L in range?

The Northrop P-61 has a range of 480 nm; the Sikorsky S-61L has a range of 450 nm.

What is the MTOW difference between the Northrop P-61 and the Sikorsky S-61L?

The Northrop P-61 has a maximum take-off weight of 16,400 kg, compared with 5,300 kg for the Sikorsky S-61L.

How many seats do the Northrop P-61 and Sikorsky S-61L have?

The Northrop P-61 seats up to 3; the Sikorsky S-61L seats up to 26.

What ICAO type codes do the Northrop P-61 and Sikorsky S-61L use?

The Northrop P-61 is ICAO type P61; the Sikorsky S-61L is ICAO type S61.