AT-3 Tsu Chiang vs R22

The AT-3 Tsu Chiang and the R22 are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by AIDC and Robinson respectively. The AT-3 Tsu Chiang reaches 904 km/h — 4.8x the R22's 188 km/h. The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has an operational range of 2,280 km vs 387 km for the R22. The AT-3 Tsu Chiang operates at altitudes up to 14,650 m compared to 4,267 m for the R22. At 7,940 kg MTOW, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang is 13:1 the R22's 621 kg. The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has been produced in 62 units vs 4,600 for the R22. Unit cost is $4M for the AT-3 Tsu Chiang vs $0.4M for the R22. The R22 first flew 5 years before the AT-3 Tsu Chiang (1975 vs 1980).

Taiwanese advanced jet trainer, deployed in the 1980s, renowned for its service in the Republic of China Air Force.
AIDC AT-3 Tsu Chiang Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇹🇼 Taiwan
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer AIDC
First flight 16 September 1980
Year introduced 1984
Number produced 62 units
Average unit price $4 million

R22

American light, multi-purpose helicopter, widely used for flight training, livestock mustering, and patrol from the late 20th century.
Robinson R22 Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Robinson
First flight 28 August 1975
Year introduced 1979
Number produced 4600 units
Average unit price $0.4 million
Wing area 21.9 m²
Wingspan 10.5 m
Height 4.4 m
Length 12.9 m
Maximum speed 904 km/h
Operational range 2,280 km
Service ceiling 14,650 m
Max. takeoff weight 7,940 kg
Empty weight 3,856 kg
Total thrust 2 x 1,588 kgf

R22

Wing area -- m²
Wingspan 7.7 m
Height 2.5 m
Length 8.8 m
Maximum speed 188 km/h
Operational range 387 km
Service ceiling 4,267 m
Max. takeoff weight 621 kg
Empty weight 361 kg
Total thrust 1 x 93 kW

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or R22?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang is faster with a maximum speed of 904 km/h compared to the R22's 188 km/h, a difference of 716 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or R22?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has a longer range at 2,280 km compared to the R22's 387 km.
Which can fly higher, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or R22?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has a higher service ceiling at 14,650 meters (48,064 ft) compared to the R22's 4,267 meters (13,999 ft).
Which is heavier, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or R22?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,940 kg compared to the R22's 621 kg.
Which is larger, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or R22?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the R22's 8.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or R22?
The AT-3 Tsu Chiang is more expensive at approximately $4.0 million per unit compared to the R22 at $0.4 million.
Which entered service first, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or R22?
The R22 entered service first in 1979, 5 years before the AT-3 Tsu Chiang which entered service in 1984.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AT-3 Tsu Chiang or R22?
The R22 has been produced in greater numbers with 4,600 units compared to 62 units of the AT-3 Tsu Chiang.