AC-130 vs S-2 Tracker
The AC-130 and the S-2 Tracker are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by Lockheed Martin and Grumman respectively. Top speed is 669 km/h for the AC-130 vs 450 km/h for the S-2 Tracker. The AC-130 has an operational range of 4,800 km vs 2,172 km for the S-2 Tracker. The AC-130 operates at altitudes up to 9,144 m compared to 6,706 m for the S-2 Tracker. At 70,307 kg MTOW, the AC-130 is 5.9x the S-2 Tracker's 11,860 kg. The AC-130 has been produced in 21 units vs 1,284 for the S-2 Tracker. The S-2 Tracker first flew 15 years before the AC-130 (1952 vs 1967).
| American gunship, deployed in Vietnam and Iraq wars, known for long duration, low-level ground attack and close air support missions. | |
|
|
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed Martin |
| First flight | 1 January 1967 |
| Year introduced | 1968 |
| Number produced | 21 units |
| Average unit price | $150 million |
| American carrier-based anti-submarine aircraft, deployed during the Cold War, notably used in the Vietnam and Korean Wars. | |
|
|
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Grumman |
| First flight | 4 November 1952 |
| Year introduced | 1954 |
| Number produced | 1284 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Wing area | 162.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 40.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 11.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 29.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 669 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 4,800 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,144 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 70,307 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 4 x 3,661 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 45.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 22.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 450 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,172 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,706 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 11,860 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 8,308 kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,137 kW â—‰ |
Performance Radar Chart
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AC-130 or S-2 Tracker?
The AC-130 is faster with a maximum speed of 669 km/h compared to the S-2 Tracker's 450 km/h, a difference of 219 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AC-130 or S-2 Tracker?
The AC-130 has a longer range at 4,800 km compared to the S-2 Tracker's 2,172 km.
Which can fly higher, the AC-130 or S-2 Tracker?
The AC-130 has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the S-2 Tracker's 6,706 meters (22,001 ft).
Which is heavier, the AC-130 or S-2 Tracker?
The AC-130 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 70,307 kg compared to the S-2 Tracker's 11,860 kg.
Which is larger, the AC-130 or S-2 Tracker?
The AC-130 is longer at 29.8 meters compared to the S-2 Tracker's 13.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the AC-130 or S-2 Tracker?
The S-2 Tracker entered service first in 1954, 14 years before the AC-130 which entered service in 1968.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AC-130 or S-2 Tracker?
The S-2 Tracker has been produced in greater numbers with 1,284 units compared to 21 units of the AC-130.