Which is better Hellcat or Corsair?

Except for the Corsair being 20 knots faster than the Hellcat in the main, sea level, supercharger stage, both fighters had almost exactly the same speed at the low and high blower stages from 5,000 feet altitude up to service ceiling! In essence, they had the same performance.

How Good Is Grumman Hellcat?

The F6F made its combat debut in September 1943, and was best known for its role as a rugged, well-designed carrier fighter, which was able to outperform the A6M Zero and help secure air superiority over the Pacific theater. In total, 12,275 were built in just over two years….Grumman F6F Hellcat.

F6F Hellcat
Number built	12,275

Would the F4U Corsair be a better dog fighter than the Hellcat?

They both had similar turning characteristics and all speeds, with the Hellcat edging out the Corsair. Pilots of both aircraft were advised against engaging the Japanese fighters in turning fights. However, I firmly believe the F4U Corsair would be a better dog fighter. The F4U Corsair has a higher top speed compared to the F6F.

Is the Hellcat better than the f6f-6f?

For anyone who brings up the Hellcat’s higher air to air scores, they should note the F6F was more prevalent in carrier operations because of the Corsair’s initial issues with carrier landings. and examine two criteria that are critical to success in a fighter vs fighter engagement.

What kind of transmission does a Corsair aircraft have?

For the car transmission, see Mazda F3A transmission. The Vought F4U Corsair is an American fighter aircraft which saw service primarily in World War II and the Korean War.

What is the difference between the F6F and F4U Corsair?

The F4U Corsair has a higher top speed compared to the F6F. Both planes have the same engine, the Pratt and Whitney Double Wasp, but the F4U’s speed was much higher. At 20,000 feet, the F4U’s top airspeed was at 408 mph, while the F6F could, at the same altitude, reach only 377 mph.