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. | |
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| 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. | |
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| 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.