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Vultee BT-13 vs Piper 31T

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

SpecVultee BT-13Piper 31T
ICAO typeVALIPAY1
MTOW2,200 kg5,000 kg
Range800 nm1,400 nm
Cruise speed147 kt236 kt
Service ceiling21,000 ft32,500 ft
Max seats211
Length9 m11 m
Wingspan13 m13 m
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How does the Vultee BT-13 compare to the Piper 31T in range?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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