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. | |
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| 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 |
| American light, multi-purpose helicopter, widely used for flight training, livestock mustering, and patrol from the late 20th century. | |
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| 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 ◉ |
| 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.