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Piper 31T vs Vultee BT-13

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

SpecPiper 31TVultee BT-13
ICAO typePAY1VALI
MTOW5,000 kg2,200 kg
Range1,400 nm800 nm
Cruise speed236 kt147 kt
Service ceiling32,500 ft21,000 ft
Max seats112
Length11 m9 m
Wingspan13 m13 m
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How does the Piper 31T compare to the Vultee BT-13 in range?

The Piper 31T has a range of 1,400 nm; the Vultee BT-13 has a range of 800 nm.

How does the Piper 31T compare to the Vultee BT-13 in cruise speed?

The Piper 31T cruises at 236 kt; the Vultee BT-13 cruises at 147 kt.

What is the MTOW difference between the Piper 31T and the Vultee BT-13?

The Piper 31T has a maximum take-off weight of 5,000 kg, compared with 2,200 kg for the Vultee BT-13.

How many seats do the Piper 31T and Vultee BT-13 have?

The Piper 31T seats up to 11; the Vultee BT-13 seats up to 2.

What ICAO type codes do the Piper 31T and Vultee BT-13 use?

The Piper 31T is ICAO type PAY1; the Vultee BT-13 is ICAO type VALI.