PA-32 Cherokee Six vs S-2 Tracker
The PA-32 Cherokee Six and the S-2 Tracker are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by Piper and Grumman respectively. Top speed is 228 km/h for the PA-32 Cherokee Six vs 450 km/h for the S-2 Tracker. The PA-32 Cherokee Six has an operational range of 1,361 km vs 2,172 km for the S-2 Tracker. The S-2 Tracker operates at altitudes up to 6,706 m compared to 4,359 m for the PA-32 Cherokee Six. At 11,860 kg MTOW, the S-2 Tracker is 12:1 the PA-32 Cherokee Six's 975 kg. The PA-32 Cherokee Six has been produced in 7,842 units vs 1,284 for the S-2 Tracker. The S-2 Tracker first flew 8 years before the PA-32 Cherokee Six (1952 vs 1960).
| American light, single-engined aircraft, dominant during the late 20th century, widely used for personal, commercial air taxi services. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Piper |
| First flight | 14 January 1960 |
| Year introduced | 1965 |
| Number produced | 7842 units |
| Average unit price | $-- 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 | $-- million |
| Wing area | 15.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 7.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 228 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,361 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,359 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 975 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 545 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 112 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 45.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 22.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 450 km/h â—‰ |
| 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—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the PA-32 Cherokee Six or S-2 Tracker?
The S-2 Tracker is faster with a maximum speed of 450 km/h compared to the PA-32 Cherokee Six's 228 km/h, a difference of 222 km/h.
Which has longer range, the PA-32 Cherokee Six or S-2 Tracker?
The S-2 Tracker has a longer range at 2,172 km compared to the PA-32 Cherokee Six's 1,361 km.
Which can fly higher, the PA-32 Cherokee Six or S-2 Tracker?
The S-2 Tracker has a higher service ceiling at 6,706 meters (22,001 ft) compared to the PA-32 Cherokee Six's 4,359 meters (14,301 ft).
Which is heavier, the PA-32 Cherokee Six or S-2 Tracker?
The S-2 Tracker has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 11,860 kg compared to the PA-32 Cherokee Six's 975 kg.
Which is larger, the PA-32 Cherokee Six or S-2 Tracker?
The S-2 Tracker is longer at 13.3 meters compared to the PA-32 Cherokee Six's 7.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the PA-32 Cherokee Six or S-2 Tracker?
The S-2 Tracker entered service first in 1954, 11 years before the PA-32 Cherokee Six which entered service in 1965.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the PA-32 Cherokee Six or S-2 Tracker?
The PA-32 Cherokee Six has been produced in greater numbers with 7,842 units compared to 1,284 units of the S-2 Tracker.