Gulfstream G550 vs R44 Raven

Overview

The Gulfstream G550 and the R44 Raven are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Gulfstream and Robinson respectively.

The Gulfstream G550 reaches 941 km/h — 3.9x the R44 Raven's 240 km/h. The Gulfstream G550 has an operational range of 12,500 km vs 560 km for the R44 Raven. The Gulfstream G550 operates at altitudes up to 15,545 m compared to 4,300 m for the R44 Raven. At 41,050 kg MTOW, the Gulfstream G550 is 36:1 the R44 Raven's 1,134 kg.

The Gulfstream G550 has been produced in 600 units vs 6,331 for the R44 Raven. Unit cost is $62M for the Gulfstream G550 vs $0.6M for the R44 Raven. The R44 Raven first flew 13 years before the Gulfstream G550 (1990 vs 2003).

Gulfstream G550

American business jet, in service since the early 21st century, renowned for long-range capabilities and high-speed performance.
Gulfstream Gulfstream G550 Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Gulfstream
First flight 1 January 2003
Year introduced 2004
Number produced 600 units
Average unit price $62 million
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R44 Raven

American light, four-seat helicopter, extensively used worldwide for civilian operations, military training, and police usage since the 1990s.
Robinson R44 Raven Training profile drawing
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
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Gulfstream G550

Wing area 106.0 m²
Wingspan 28.5 m ◉
Height 7.7 m ◉
Length 29.4 m ◉
Maximum speed 941 km/h ◉
Operational range 12,500 km ◉
Service ceiling 15,545 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 41,050 kg ◉
Empty weight 20,956 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 3,345 kgf ◉

R44 Raven

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 Gulfstream G550 or R44 Raven?
The Gulfstream G550 is faster with a maximum speed of 941 km/h compared to the R44 Raven's 240 km/h, a difference of 701 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Gulfstream G550 or R44 Raven?
The Gulfstream G550 has a longer range at 12,500 km compared to the R44 Raven's 560 km.
Which can fly higher, the Gulfstream G550 or R44 Raven?
The Gulfstream G550 has a higher service ceiling at 15,545 meters (51,000 ft) compared to the R44 Raven's 4,300 meters (14,107 ft).
Which is heavier, the Gulfstream G550 or R44 Raven?
The Gulfstream G550 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 41,050 kg compared to the R44 Raven's 1,134 kg.
Which is larger, the Gulfstream G550 or R44 Raven?
The Gulfstream G550 is longer at 29.4 meters compared to the R44 Raven's 11.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Gulfstream G550 or R44 Raven?
The Gulfstream G550 is more expensive at approximately $62 million per unit compared to the R44 Raven at $0.6 million.
Which entered service first, the Gulfstream G550 or R44 Raven?
The R44 Raven entered service first in 1993, 11 years before the Gulfstream G550 which entered service in 2004.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Gulfstream G550 or R44 Raven?
The R44 Raven has been produced in greater numbers with 6,331 units compared to 600 units of the Gulfstream G550.

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