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Grumman J2F2 Duck
First delivered in 1934, the Duck was a versatile aircraft that continued to be ordered by the U.S. Navy until 1940. Most of the JF/JF2 Ducks remained in service throughout the war, operated both from carriers and land bases in a variety of roles, including patrol, photo-survey, rescue, and target-towing.
                                                             

Type:          2/3-seat utility amphibian
Crew:          2-3: Pilot, observer, gunner
Armament:      Normally none, or
                           two 325 lb. depth charges

Specifications:
     Length:             34' 0" (10.36 m)
     Height:             13' 11" (4.24 m)
     Wingspan:           39' 0" (11.89 m)
     Weight:      7700 LB (3493 kg) max at takeoff

Propulsion:     
     Engines:     1
     Power plant:         Wright R-1820-54 Cyclone 9 radial
     900 hp

Performance:    
     Range:          750 miles (1207 km)
     Speed:      190 mph ( 306 km/h)
     Ceiling:            25,000 ft (7620 m)

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