Comparison of Bristol Beaufighter and Douglas A-1 Skyraider [S]ave
| Attribute |  Bristol Beaufighter × |  Douglas A-1 Skyraider × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bristol Aeroplane Company | Douglas Aircraft Co. |
| Model | Bristol Beaufighter | Douglas A-1 Skyraider |
| Country | United Kingdom | United States |
| Manufactured from (year) | 1940 | 1945 |
| Manufactured to (year) | 1946 | 1957 |
| Type | Military Propellor Planes | Military Propellor Planes |
| Icao | - | A1 |
| Performance | ||
| Engine | 2x Bristol Hercules XVII or Bristol Hercules XVIII | 1x Wright R-3350-26WA Duplex-Cyclone |
| Power, hp (hp) | 1,750 | 2,700 |
| Max cruise speed (km/h) | 537 | 519 |
| Approach speed (km/h) | 167 | - |
| Travel range (km) | 2,815 | 2,437 |
| Service ceiling (m) | 8,077 | 8,687 |
| Rate of climb (m/sec) | 8.13 | 14.48 |
| Take off distance (m) | 695 | 400 |
| Landing distance (m) | 700 | 800 |
| Weights | ||
| Max take off weight (kg) | 11,521 | 11,340 |
| Max payload (kg) | 2,000 | 3,800 |
| Fuel tank capacity (l) | 3,100 | 1,438 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Seats | 2 | 1 |
| Exterior length (m) | 12.6 | 11.9 |
| Tail height (m) | 4.83 | 4.78 |
| Fuselage diameter (m) | 1.35 | 1.5 |
| Wing span (m) | 17.63 | 15.24 |
| Wing tips | No Winglets | No Winglets |
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