AT-3 Tsu Chiang vs R22

Overview

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 β€” 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 πŸ‡ΉπŸ‡Ό 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 πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Robinson
First flight 28 August 1975
Year introduced 1979
Number produced 4600 units
Average unit price $400K
Wing area 21.9 mΒ²
Wingspan 10.5 m β—‰
Height 4.4 m β—‰
Length 12.9 m β—‰
Maximum speed 904 km/h β—‰
Operational range 2,280 km β—‰
Service ceiling 14,650 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 7,940 kg β—‰
Empty weight 3,856 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 794 kgf β—‰

R22

Wing area -- mΒ²
Wingspan 7.7 m β—‰
Height 2.5 m β—‰
Length 8.8 m β—‰
Maximum speed 188 km/h β—‰
Operational range 387 km β—‰
Service ceiling 4,267 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 621 kg β—‰
Empty weight 361 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 93 kW β—‰

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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.