ATL-2 Atlantique vs Gannet
| French maritime patrol aircraft, operational since the late 20th century, primarily deployed for anti-submarine warfare and surveillance. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Breguet Aviation |
| First flight | 8 May 1981 |
| Year introduced | 1965 |
| Number produced | 215 units |
| Average unit price | $85 million |
| British carrier-borne aircraft, known for its Cold War anti-submarine and airborne early warning services. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Fairey |
| First flight | 19 September 1949 |
| Year introduced | 1953 |
| Number produced | 303 units |
| Average unit price | $2 million |
| Wing area | 120.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 37.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 11.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 31.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 648 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 9,150 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 46,200 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 25,300 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 4,549 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 44.9 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 16.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 417 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,127 km |
| Service ceiling | 7,700 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 11,340 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,421 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 2,890 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the ATL-2 Atlantique or Gannet?
The ATL-2 Atlantique is faster with a maximum speed of 648 km/h compared to the Gannet's 417 km/h, a difference of 231 km/h.
Which has longer range, the ATL-2 Atlantique or Gannet?
The Gannet has a longer range at 1,127 km compared to the ATL-2 Atlantique's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the ATL-2 Atlantique or Gannet?
The ATL-2 Atlantique has a higher service ceiling at 9,150 meters (30,019 ft) compared to the Gannet's 7,700 meters (25,262 ft).
Which is heavier, the ATL-2 Atlantique or Gannet?
The ATL-2 Atlantique has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 46,200 kg compared to the Gannet's 11,340 kg.
Which is larger, the ATL-2 Atlantique or Gannet?
The ATL-2 Atlantique is longer at 31.7 meters compared to the Gannet's 13.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the ATL-2 Atlantique or Gannet?
The ATL-2 Atlantique is more expensive at approximately $85 million per unit compared to the Gannet at $2.0 million.
Which entered service first, the ATL-2 Atlantique or Gannet?
The Gannet entered service first in 1953, 12 years before the ATL-2 Atlantique which entered service in 1965.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the ATL-2 Atlantique or Gannet?
The Gannet has been produced in greater numbers with 303 units compared to 215 units of the ATL-2 Atlantique.