Comparison of Curtiss SB2C Helldiver and Grumman AF Guardian [S]ave
| Attribute |  Grumman AF Guardian × |  Curtiss SB2C Helldiver × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Grumman | Curtiss |
| Model | Grumman AF Guardian | Curtiss SB2C Helldiver |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Manufactured from (year) | 1950 | 1942 |
| Manufactured to (year) | 1953 | 1945 |
| Type | Military Propellor Planes | Military Propellor Planes |
| Icao | AF2 | SB2C |
| Performance | ||
| Engine | 1x Pratt & Whitney R-2800-48W | 1x Wright R-2600-20 Twin Cyclone |
| Power, hp (hp) | 2,400 | 1,900 |
| Max cruise speed (km/h) | 511 | 474 |
| Approach speed (km/h) | - | 143 |
| Travel range (km) | 2,408 | 1,874 |
| Service ceiling (m) | 9,906 | 8,870 |
| Rate of climb (m/sec) | 9.4 | 9.14 |
| Take off distance (m) | - | 178 |
| Weights | ||
| Max take off weight (kg) | 11,567 | 7,710 |
| Max landing weight (kg) | 10,270 | 7,537 |
| Max payload (kg) | 2,000 | 1,500 |
| Fuel tank capacity (l) | 2,725 | 1,344 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Seats | 3 | 2 |
| Exterior length (m) | 13.21 | 11.18 |
| Tail height (m) | 5.1 | 5.16 |
| Fuselage diameter (m) | 1.5 | 1.4 |
| Wing span (m) | 18.49 | 15.16 |
| Wing tips | No Winglets | No Winglets |
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