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First known as the W2F-1, the redesignated E-2 Hawkeye (late 1961) became from 1960 onwards the US Navy's only airborne early warning and control platform, like the land-based E-3 Sentrys AWACS. Therefore, the E-2C is also called "Mini-WACS". The Hawkeye made its maiden flight on 21 October 1961.
The C-2A Greyhound (upmost graphic) is a E-2 derivative and flew for the first time on 18 November 1964. The C-2 design uses the same wings, power plant and tail unit as the Hawkeye. Its role is Carrier Onboard Delivery (COD).
E-2C
- Crew 2 pilots, combat information center officer, air control officer, radar operator
- Engine Two 4,910 hp Allison T56-A-422 turboprops
- Length 57 ft 7 in
- Wingspan 80 ft 7 in
- Height 18 ft 4 in
- Wing Area 700 sqft
- Empty Weight 37,678 lbs
- Max. Weight 51,569 lbs
- Max. Speed 374 mph
- Cruise Speed 310 mph
- Ceiling 30,800 ft
- Ferry Range 1,605 miles
C-2A
- Crew 3/4 plus up to 39 passengers
- Engine Two 4,910 hp Allison T56-A-422 turboprops
- Length 56 ft 7.5 in
- Wingspan 80 ft 7 in
- Height 18 ft 4 in
- Wing Area 700 sqft
- Empty Weight 31,250 lbs
- Max. Weight 54,382 lbs
- Max. Speed 352 mph
- Cruise Speed 296 mph
- Ceiling 30,000 ft
- Ferry Range 1,655 miles
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