DHC-3 Otter vs R44 Raven
Overview
The DHC-3 Otter and the R44 Raven are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by De Havilland Canada and Robinson respectively.
Top speed is 257 km/h for the DHC-3 Otter vs 240 km/h for the R44 Raven. The DHC-3 Otter has an operational range of 1,540 km vs 560 km for the R44 Raven. The DHC-3 Otter operates at altitudes up to 5,730 m compared to 4,300 m for the R44 Raven. At 3,629 kg MTOW, the DHC-3 Otter is 3.2x the R44 Raven's 1,134 kg.
The DHC-3 Otter has been produced in 466 units vs 6,331 for the R44 Raven. Unit cost is $0.6M for the DHC-3 Otter vs $0.6M for the R44 Raven. The DHC-3 Otter first flew 39 years before the R44 Raven (1951 vs 1990).
| Canadian utility aircraft, noted for its use in bush flying and rugged environments during the mid-20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | De Havilland Canada |
| First flight | 12 December 1951 |
| Year introduced | 1953 |
| Number produced | 466 units |
| Average unit price | $600K |
| American light, four-seat helicopter, extensively used worldwide for civilian operations, military training, and police usage since the 1990s. | |
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| 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 | $600K |
| Wing area | 35.0 m² |
| Wingspan | 18.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 12.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 257 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,540 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,730 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,629 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2,010 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 447 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 10.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.3 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 240 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 560 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,300 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,134 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 683 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 183 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the DHC-3 Otter or R44 Raven?
The DHC-3 Otter is faster with a maximum speed of 257 km/h compared to the R44 Raven's 240 km/h, a difference of 17 km/h.
Which has longer range, the DHC-3 Otter or R44 Raven?
The DHC-3 Otter has a longer range at 1,540 km compared to the R44 Raven's 560 km.
Which can fly higher, the DHC-3 Otter or R44 Raven?
The DHC-3 Otter has a higher service ceiling at 5,730 meters (18,799 ft) compared to the R44 Raven's 4,300 meters (14,107 ft).
Which is heavier, the DHC-3 Otter or R44 Raven?
The DHC-3 Otter has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,629 kg compared to the R44 Raven's 1,134 kg.
Which is larger, the DHC-3 Otter or R44 Raven?
The DHC-3 Otter is longer at 12.8 meters compared to the R44 Raven's 11.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the DHC-3 Otter or R44 Raven?
The R44 Raven is more expensive at approximately $0.6 million per unit compared to the DHC-3 Otter at $0.6 million.
Which entered service first, the DHC-3 Otter or R44 Raven?
The DHC-3 Otter entered service first in 1953, 40 years before the R44 Raven which entered service in 1993.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the DHC-3 Otter or R44 Raven?
The R44 Raven has been produced in greater numbers with 6,331 units compared to 466 units of the DHC-3 Otter.