HPT-32 Deepak vs R22

Overview

The HPT-32 Deepak and the R22 are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by HAL and Robinson respectively.

Top speed is 281 km/h for the HPT-32 Deepak vs 188 km/h for the R22. The HPT-32 Deepak has an operational range of 1,400 km vs 387 km for the R22. The HPT-32 Deepak operates at altitudes up to 5,500 m compared to 4,267 m for the R22. At 1,322 kg MTOW, the HPT-32 Deepak is 2.1x the R22's 621 kg.

The R22 first flew 2 years before the HPT-32 Deepak (1975 vs 1977).

Indian prop-driven primary trainer, developed in the late 20th century, used for basic pilot training, observation, and liaison by the Indian armed forces.
HAL HPT-32 Deepak Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇮🇳 India
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer HAL
First flight 6 January 1977
Year introduced 1984
Number produced N/A
Average unit price --

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 🇺🇸 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 15.0 m²
Wingspan 9.5 m â—‰
Height 2.9 m â—‰
Length 7.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 281 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,400 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,322 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,034 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 194 kW â—‰

R22

Wing area -- m²
Wingspan 7.7 m â—‰
Height 2.5 m â—‰
Length 8.8 m â—‰
Maximum speed 188 km/h â—‰
Operational range 387 km â—‰
Service ceiling 4,267 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 621 kg â—‰
Empty weight 361 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 93 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the HPT-32 Deepak or R22?
The HPT-32 Deepak is faster with a maximum speed of 281 km/h compared to the R22's 188 km/h, a difference of 93 km/h.
Which has longer range, the HPT-32 Deepak or R22?
The HPT-32 Deepak has a longer range at 1,400 km compared to the R22's 387 km.
Which can fly higher, the HPT-32 Deepak or R22?
The HPT-32 Deepak has a higher service ceiling at 5,500 meters (18,044 ft) compared to the R22's 4,267 meters (13,999 ft).
Which is heavier, the HPT-32 Deepak or R22?
The HPT-32 Deepak has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,322 kg compared to the R22's 621 kg.
Which is larger, the HPT-32 Deepak or R22?
The R22 is longer at 8.8 meters compared to the HPT-32 Deepak's 7.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the HPT-32 Deepak or R22?
The R22 entered service first in 1979, 5 years before the HPT-32 Deepak which entered service in 1984.