Even if the previous F2H-1 was accepted into service, it was this model that was more widely used thanks to its higher capabilities. It was powered by the newer version of the Westinghouse jet engines, the Westinghouse J34-WE-34 which had a power of 3250lbf (14.5Kn) of thrust and significally better performance. The wing was strengthened and had provisions for 200gal (760L) wingtip fuel tanks, unlike the contemporary Grumman F9F Panther, those fuel tanks were detachable. It had also two pylons under each wings to carry a load of 1580lb (454kg) and the "kneeling" nose gear was omitted from this model on.
Sources:
1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/McDonnell_F2H_Banshee
2. Salamander Books - The Complete Book of Fighters
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