Cabri G2 vs R44 Raven
| French light helicopter, prevalent in the 21st century, primarily utilized for training and surveillance purposes globally. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Guimbal |
| First flight | 31 March 2005 |
| Year introduced | 2008 |
| Number produced | 300 units |
| Average unit price | $0.4 million |
| American light, four-seat helicopter, extensively used worldwide for civilian operations, military training, and police usage since the 1990s. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Robinson |
| First flight | 31 March 1990 |
| Year introduced | 1993 |
| Number produced | 6331 units |
| Average unit price | $0.6 million |
| Height | 2.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 185 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 700 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 2,286 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 420 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 108 kW â—‰ |
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| Height | 3.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 240 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 560 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,300 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,134 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 683 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 183 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Cabri G2 by Guimbal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Cabri G2 or R44 Raven?
The R44 Raven is faster with a maximum speed of 240 km/h compared to the Cabri G2's 185 km/h, a difference of 55 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Cabri G2 or R44 Raven?
The Cabri G2 has a longer range at 700 km compared to the R44 Raven's 560 km.
Which can fly higher, the Cabri G2 or R44 Raven?
The R44 Raven has a higher service ceiling at 4,300 meters (14,107 ft) compared to the Cabri G2's 2,286 meters (7,500 ft).
Which is heavier, the Cabri G2 or R44 Raven?
The R44 Raven has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,134 kg compared to the Cabri G2's 700 kg.
Which is larger, the Cabri G2 or R44 Raven?
The R44 Raven is longer at 11.7 meters compared to the Cabri G2's 8.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Cabri G2 or R44 Raven?
The R44 Raven is more expensive at approximately $0.6 million per unit compared to the Cabri G2 at $0.4 million.
Which entered service first, the Cabri G2 or R44 Raven?
The R44 Raven entered service first in 1993, 15 years before the Cabri G2 which entered service in 2008.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Cabri G2 or R44 Raven?
The R44 Raven has been produced in greater numbers with 6,331 units compared to 300 units of the Cabri G2.