Gannet vs S-2 Tracker

British carrier-borne aircraft, known for its Cold War anti-submarine and airborne early warning services.
Picture of Gannet
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
American carrier-based anti-submarine aircraft, deployed during the Cold War, notably used in the Vietnam and Korean Wars.
Picture of S-2 Tracker
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 44.9 m² ◉
Wingspan 16.6 m â—‰
Height 5.1 m â—‰
Length 13.4 m â—‰
Maximum speed 417 km/h
Operational range 1,127 km â—‰
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—‰
Profile drawing of Fairey Gannet
Wing area 45.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 22.2 m â—‰
Height 5.4 m â—‰
Length 13.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range 2,172 km â—‰
Service ceiling 6,706 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 11,860 kg â—‰
Empty weight 8,308 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,137 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of Grumman S-2 Tracker

Performance Radar Chart

Photo of S-2 Tracker by US Navy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Gannet or S-2 Tracker?
The Gannet is faster with a maximum speed of 417 km/h compared to the S-2 Tracker's 0 km/h, a difference of 417 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Gannet or S-2 Tracker?
The S-2 Tracker has a longer range at 2,172 km compared to the Gannet's 1,127 km.
Which can fly higher, the Gannet or S-2 Tracker?
The Gannet has a higher service ceiling at 7,700 meters (25,262 ft) compared to the S-2 Tracker's 6,706 meters (22,001 ft).
Which is heavier, the Gannet or S-2 Tracker?
The S-2 Tracker has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 11,860 kg compared to the Gannet's 11,340 kg.
Which is larger, the Gannet or S-2 Tracker?
The Gannet is longer at 13.4 meters compared to the S-2 Tracker's 13.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the Gannet or S-2 Tracker?
The Gannet entered service first in 1953, 1 years before the S-2 Tracker which entered service in 1954.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Gannet or S-2 Tracker?
The S-2 Tracker has been produced in greater numbers with 1,284 units compared to 303 units of the Gannet.