Gannet vs S-2 Tracker
Overview
The Gannet and the S-2 Tracker are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by Fairey and Grumman respectively.
Top speed is 417 km/h for the Gannet vs 450 km/h for the S-2 Tracker. The Gannet has an operational range of 1,127 km vs 2,172 km for the S-2 Tracker. The Gannet operates at altitudes up to 7,700 m compared to 6,706 m for the S-2 Tracker.
The Gannet has been produced in 303 units vs 1,284 for the S-2 Tracker. The Gannet first flew 3 years before the S-2 Tracker (1949 vs 1952).
| 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 |
| American carrier-based anti-submarine aircraft, deployed during the Cold War, notably used in the Vietnam and Korean Wars. | |
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| 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 | -- |
| Wing area | 44.9 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 16.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 13.4 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 417 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,127 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 7,700 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 11,340 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 7,421 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 2,890 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | 45.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 22.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 13.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 450 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,172 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,706 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 11,860 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 8,308 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 569 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Gannet or S-2 Tracker?
The S-2 Tracker is faster with a maximum speed of 450 km/h compared to the Gannet's 417 km/h, a difference of 33 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.