Mudry CAP-10 vs Pitts S-2B
The CAP 10 (side-by-side wooden monoplane) and Pitts S-2 (tandem competition biplane) compare a forgiving trainer against a higher-performance aerobat.
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · re-checked on a rolling daily cycle
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- For sale now
- 2
- Model years available
- 1989–1989
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Safety Record
Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.
| NTSB (1982–now) | Mudry CAP-10 | Pitts S-2B |
|---|---|---|
| All events | — | 23 |
| Serious | — | 3 |
| Fatal | — | 7 |
| Fatalities | — | 11 |
| % Fatal | — | 30% |
Full Specs Comparison
| Spec / Model | Mudry CAP-10 | Pitts S-2B |
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| Price Range | — | $94,000 |
| Category | — | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | — | 2 |
| Horsepower | — | 260 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 140 kts (259 km/h) | 152 kts (282 km/h) |
| Range | 650 nm (1,204 km) | 277 nm (513 km) |
| Service Ceiling | — | 17,000 ft (5,182 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 1,676 lbs (760 kg) | 1,625 lbs (737 kg) |
| Useful Load | — | 500 lbs (227 kg) |
| Fuel Burn | — | 13.0 GPH (49 L/h) |
| Engines | — | 1 x Piston |
Which Should You Buy: Mudry CAP-10 or Pitts S-2B?
Bottom line: Choose the CAP 10 for forgiving side-by-side aerobatic training and touring; choose the Pitts S-2 for snappier competition-grade aerobatic performance. CAP 10 = forgiving/trainer; Pitts = performance.
Pick the CAP-10 if…
- Longer range — 650 nm vs 277 nm.
Pick the S-2B if…
- Faster cruise — 152 kts vs 140 kts.
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