C-2 Greyhound vs PA-34 Seneca

The C-2 Greyhound and the PA-34 Seneca are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Northrop Grumman and Piper respectively. Top speed is 635 km/h for the C-2 Greyhound vs 378 km/h for the PA-34 Seneca. The C-2 Greyhound has an operational range of 2,400 km vs 1,611 km for the PA-34 Seneca. The C-2 Greyhound operates at altitudes up to 10,211 m compared to 7,620 m for the PA-34 Seneca. At 27,216 kg MTOW, the C-2 Greyhound is 13:1 the PA-34 Seneca's 2,155 kg. The C-2 Greyhound has been produced in 56 units vs 5,037 for the PA-34 Seneca. The C-2 Greyhound first flew 3 years before the PA-34 Seneca (1964 vs 1967).

American carrier onboard delivery aircraft, commonly deployed in the late 20th century for logistics support at sea.
Northrop Grumman C-2 Greyhound Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Northrop Grumman
First flight 18 November 1964
Year introduced 1966
Number produced 56 units
Average unit price $39 million
American twin-engined light aircraft, renowned for its versatility, extensively used for flight training and personal use since the 1970s.
Piper PA-34 Seneca Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Piper
First flight 25 April 1967
Year introduced 1971
Number produced 5037 units
Average unit price --
Wing area 65.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 24.6 m â—‰
Height 4.9 m â—‰
Length 17.1 m â—‰
Maximum speed 635 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,400 km â—‰
Service ceiling 10,211 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 27,216 kg â—‰
Empty weight 15,307 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,715 kW â—‰
Wing area 19.4 m² ◉
Wingspan 11.9 m â—‰
Height 3.0 m â—‰
Length 8.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 378 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,611 km â—‰
Service ceiling 7,620 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,155 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,457 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 82 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the C-2 Greyhound or PA-34 Seneca?
The C-2 Greyhound is faster with a maximum speed of 635 km/h compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 378 km/h, a difference of 257 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-2 Greyhound or PA-34 Seneca?
The C-2 Greyhound has a longer range at 2,400 km compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 1,611 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-2 Greyhound or PA-34 Seneca?
The C-2 Greyhound has a higher service ceiling at 10,211 meters (33,500 ft) compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-2 Greyhound or PA-34 Seneca?
The C-2 Greyhound has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 27,216 kg compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 2,155 kg.
Which is larger, the C-2 Greyhound or PA-34 Seneca?
The C-2 Greyhound is longer at 17.1 meters compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 8.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the C-2 Greyhound or PA-34 Seneca?
The C-2 Greyhound entered service first in 1966, 5 years before the PA-34 Seneca which entered service in 1971.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-2 Greyhound or PA-34 Seneca?
The PA-34 Seneca has been produced in greater numbers with 5,037 units compared to 56 units of the C-2 Greyhound.