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Interesting facts about the Grumman F6F Hellcat
✈ The Grumman F6F Hellcat is a single seat carrier based fighter powered by a Pratt & Whitney R 2800 Double Wasp radial piston engine producing around 2,000 horsepower in early versions.
✈ Grumman designed the Hellcat specifically to counter the Mitsubishi A6M Zero and it entered US Navy service in 1943 after an accelerated development program.
✈ The F6F achieved more than 5,000 confirmed aerial victories in World War Two, giving it one of the highest victory totals of any US Navy fighter.
✈ The aircraft features wide track inward retracting landing gear which improved deck handling and reduced landing accidents on aircraft carriers.
✈ Later F6F 5 variants introduced a more powerful R 2800 10W engine with water injection and aerodynamic refinements that improved high altitude performance.
✈ The Hellcat operated extensively from Essex class carriers across the Pacific, conducting fighter sweeps, fleet defence and ground attack missions.
✈ British Fleet Air Arm units flew the Hellcat under the name Gannet before adopting the Hellcat designation, operating it from Royal Navy carriers.
✈ Surviving F6F Hellcats today are highly sought after warbirds and require specialist maintenance support due to their large radial engine and complex naval heritage systems.
Model Variants for buyers to consider when purchasing a Grumman F6F Hellcat
The Grumman F6F Hellcat family includes the F6F 3 and the improved F6F 5 as the primary production variants, along with night fighter versions designated F6F 3E, F6F 3N and F6F 5N equipped with wing mounted radar for carrier based interception. The F6F 3 introduced the type into combat in 1943 with a 2,000 horsepower R 2800 engine and six 0.50 inch machine guns. The F6F 5 incorporated aerodynamic refinements, a more powerful water injected R 2800 10W engine and structural strengthening, making it the most numerous variant. Night fighter versions added AN APS radar equipment and in some cases mixed cannon and machine gun armament. For modern buyers, variant differences affect restoration complexity, historical authenticity and potential operating limitations.
Grumman F6F Hellcat Specifications
Information provided here is as a guide only. This information should not be used for flight planning or other aircraft operations. Aircraft model variations, restoration standards, modifications and age will have a considerable impact on the details listed below. Please check with the seller, manufacturer or aviation authority for the precise aircraft specifications.
Length: 33 ft 7 in (10.24 m)
Wingspan: 42 ft 10 in (13.06 m)
Height: 13 ft 1 in (3.99 m)
Empty Weight: 9,238 lb (4,190 kg)
Max Take Off Weight (MTOW): 15,415 lb (6,992 kg)
Fuel Capacity: 250 US gal internal standard configuration
Cruise Speed: 275 mph (443 km/h, 239 kn)
Range: 945 mi (1,521 km, 821 nm)
Service Ceiling: 37,300 ft (11,400 m)
Rate of Climb: 2,600 ft/min (13 m/s)
Take off Run to 15 m (49 ft): 799 ft (244 m)
Landing Run from 15 m (49 ft): 1,150 ft (350 m)
FAQs About the Grumman F6F Hellcat
How much does a Grumman F6F Hellcat cost?
As of 2023 to 2025, airworthy Grumman F6F Hellcat warbirds have typically been offered in the range of approximately $2,500,000 to over $4,000,000 USD depending on restoration quality, originality and documented history.
Is the Grumman F6F Hellcat single seat?
Yes. The Grumman F6F Hellcat is a single seat carrier based fighter designed for one pilot with no dual control training configuration.
What engine powers the Grumman F6F Hellcat?
The F6F Hellcat uses a Pratt & Whitney R 2800 Double Wasp 18 cylinder air cooled radial piston engine, with later F6F 5 models featuring water injection for increased power.
Was the Grumman F6F Hellcat carrier capable?
Yes. The aircraft was designed specifically for aircraft carrier operations and features folding wings and a robust undercarriage suited to deck landings.
How many Grumman F6F Hellcats were built?
More than 12,000 F6F Hellcats were produced during World War Two, making it one of the most numerous US Navy fighters of the era.
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