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Pitts S-2 vs Piper Cub

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

SpecPitts S-2Piper Cub
ICAO typePTS2J2
MTOW600 kg500 kg
Range270 nm200 nm
Cruise speed130 kt—
Service ceiling22,000 ft12,000 ft
Max seats22
Length6 m7 m
Wingspan6 m11 m
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How does the Pitts S-2 compare to the Piper Cub in range?

The Pitts S-2 has a range of 270 nm; the Piper Cub has a range of 200 nm.

What is the MTOW difference between the Pitts S-2 and the Piper Cub?

The Pitts S-2 has a maximum take-off weight of 600 kg, compared with 500 kg for the Piper Cub.

How many seats do the Pitts S-2 and Piper Cub have?

The Pitts S-2 seats up to 2; the Piper Cub seats up to 2.

What ICAO type codes do the Pitts S-2 and Piper Cub use?

The Pitts S-2 is ICAO type PTS2; the Piper Cub is ICAO type J2.