Gannet vs SR-20

The Gannet and the SR-20 are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by Fairey and Cirrus respectively. Top speed is 417 km/h for the Gannet vs 287 km/h for the SR-20. The Gannet has an operational range of 1,127 km vs 1,450 km for the SR-20. The Gannet operates at altitudes up to 7,700 m compared to 5,334 m for the SR-20. At 11,340 kg MTOW, the Gannet is 8.2x the SR-20's 1,383 kg. The Gannet has been produced in 303 units vs 1,459 for the SR-20. Unit cost is $2M for the Gannet vs $0.63M for the SR-20. The Gannet first flew 46 years before the SR-20 (1949 vs 1995).

British carrier-borne aircraft, known for its Cold War anti-submarine and airborne early warning services.
Fairey Gannet Other profile drawing
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 civil utility aircraft, renowned from the late 20th century, extensively deployed in private aviation and flight training.
Cirrus SR-20 Other profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Special Mission Aircraft
Manufacturer Cirrus
First flight 21 March 1995
Year introduced 1999
Number produced 1459 units
Average unit price $0.6 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 â—‰
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—‰
Wing area 13.5 m² ◉
Wingspan 11.7 m â—‰
Height 2.5 m â—‰
Length 8.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 287 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,450 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,334 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,383 kg â—‰
Empty weight 943 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 149 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Gannet or SR-20?
The Gannet is faster with a maximum speed of 417 km/h compared to the SR-20's 287 km/h, a difference of 130 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Gannet or SR-20?
The SR-20 has a longer range at 1,450 km compared to the Gannet's 1,127 km.
Which can fly higher, the Gannet or SR-20?
The Gannet has a higher service ceiling at 7,700 meters (25,262 ft) compared to the SR-20's 5,334 meters (17,500 ft).
Which is heavier, the Gannet or SR-20?
The Gannet has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 11,340 kg compared to the SR-20's 1,383 kg.
Which is larger, the Gannet or SR-20?
The Gannet is longer at 13.4 meters compared to the SR-20's 8.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Gannet or SR-20?
The Gannet is more expensive at approximately $2.0 million per unit compared to the SR-20 at $0.6 million.
Which entered service first, the Gannet or SR-20?
The Gannet entered service first in 1953, 46 years before the SR-20 which entered service in 1999.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Gannet or SR-20?
The SR-20 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,459 units compared to 303 units of the Gannet.