Comparison of Avro Lancaster and Douglas C-54 Skymaster [S]ave
| Attribute |  Douglas C-54 Skymaster × |  Avro Lancaster × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Douglas Aircraft Co. | Avro |
| Model | Douglas C-54 Skymaster | Avro Lancaster |
| Country | United States | United Kingdom |
| Manufactured from (year) | 1942 | 1941 |
| Manufactured to (year) | 1947 | 1946 |
| Type | Military Transport Planes | Military Propellor Planes |
| Icao | DC54 | - |
| Performance | ||
| Engine | 4x Pratt & Whitney R-2000-9 Twin Wasp | 4x Rolls-Royce Merlin XX |
| Power, hp (hp) | 1,100 | 1,280 |
| Avionics | - | H2S Radar |
| Max cruise speed (km/h) | 443 | 461 |
| Approach speed (km/h) | - | 152 |
| Travel range (km) | 6,482 | 4,074 |
| Service ceiling (m) | 6,797 | 7,468 |
| Rate of climb (m/sec) | 5.18 | 3.66 |
| Take off distance (m) | - | 988 |
| Landing distance (m) | - | 978 |
| Weights | ||
| Max take off weight (kg) | 33,112 | 30,844 |
| Max payload (kg) | 14,700 | 10,000 |
| Fuel tank capacity (l) | 13,597 | 11,167 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Seats | 4 | 7 |
| Exterior length (m) | 28.6 | 21.13 |
| Tail height (m) | 8.4 | 6.25 |
| Fuselage diameter (m) | 3.3 | 1.8 |
| Wing span (m) | 35.8 | 31.09 |
| Wing tips | No Winglets | No Winglets |
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