Gannet vs SR-20
Overview
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. | |
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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 civil utility aircraft, renowned from the late 20th century, extensively deployed in private aviation and flight training. | |
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| 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 | $630K |
| 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 | 13.5 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.7 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 8.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 287 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,450 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,334 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,383 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 943 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 149 kW ◉ |
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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.