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Curtiss XSO3C-1 'Seamew'

Description
  Manufacturer:Curtiss


  Base model:SO3C
  Designation:XSO3C
  Version:-1
  Nickname:Seamew
  Designation System:U.S. Navy / Marines
  Designation Period:1934-1946
  Basic role:Scout Observation
  Status:Experimental

Specifications
  Length: 34' 3" 10.4 m
  Height:15' 0" 4.5 m
  Wingspan: 38' 0" 11.5 m
  Gross Weight: 5,489 lb 2,489 kg

Propulsion
  Powerplant: Ranger XV-770-4
  Horsepower (each): 550

Performance
  Max Speed: 198 mph 318 km/h 171 kt
  Ceiling: 18,200 ft 5,547 m

Known serial numbers
1385