SH-5 vs US-2
| Chinese amphibious aircraft, notable for maritime patrol and anti-submarine warfare, used primarily in the late 20th century. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Harbin |
| First flight | 3 April 1976 |
| Year introduced | 1986 |
| Number produced | 7 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Japanese amphibious aircraft, prominently utilized for air-sea rescue operations, predominantly during the early 21st century. | |
| Origin country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | ShinMaywa |
| First flight | 18 December 2003 |
| Year introduced | 2007 |
| Number produced | 8 units |
| Average unit price | $113 million |
| Wing area | 144.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 36.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 9.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 38.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 556 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 4,756 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 10,250 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 45,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 26,500 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 2,349 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 136.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 33.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 9.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 33.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 560 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 4,700 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,195 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 47,700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 25,630 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 3,424 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the SH-5 or US-2?
The US-2 is faster with a maximum speed of 560 km/h compared to the SH-5's 556 km/h, a difference of 4 km/h.
Which has longer range, the SH-5 or US-2?
The SH-5 has a longer range at 4,756 km compared to the US-2's 4,700 km.
Which can fly higher, the SH-5 or US-2?
The SH-5 has a higher service ceiling at 10,250 meters (33,628 ft) compared to the US-2's 7,195 meters (23,605 ft).
Which is heavier, the SH-5 or US-2?
The US-2 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 47,700 kg compared to the SH-5's 45,000 kg.
Which is larger, the SH-5 or US-2?
The SH-5 is longer at 38.9 meters compared to the US-2's 33.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the SH-5 or US-2?
The SH-5 entered service first in 1986, 21 years before the US-2 which entered service in 2007.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the SH-5 or US-2?
The US-2 has been produced in greater numbers with 8 units compared to 7 units of the SH-5.