Grumman JF Duck

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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.

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(updated February 2009)
 

Grumman JF Duck

Type:		2/3-seat utility amphibian

Crew:		2-3: Pilot, observer, gunner

Armament: 	normally none, but provision for

		two 325 lb. depth charges



Specifications:

	Length:        	34' 0" (10.36 m)

	Height:        	13' 11" (4.24 m)

	Wingspan:      	39' 0" (11.89 m)

	Wing area:	409 sq. ft (38.00 sq. m)

	Empty Weight:  	4400 lb (1996 kg)

	Max Weight: 	7700 lb (3493 kg) max at takeoff



Propulsion:

	No. of Engines:	1

	Powerplant:    	Wright R-1820-54 Cyclone 9 radial

	Horsepower:	900 hp



Performance:

	Range:		750 miles (1207 km)

	Cruise Speed:   155 mph ( 249 km/h)

	Max Speed:      190 mph ( 306 km/h)

	Ceiling:       	25,000 ft (7620 m)

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