KT-100 vs R44 Raven
The KT-100 and the R44 Raven are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by KAI and Robinson respectively. Top speed is 389 km/h for the KT-100 vs 240 km/h for the R44 Raven. The KT-100 has an operational range of 1,900 km vs 560 km for the R44 Raven. The KT-100 operates at altitudes up to 5,304 m compared to 4,300 m for the R44 Raven. The KT-100 has been produced in 23 units vs 6,331 for the R44 Raven. Unit cost is $0.57M for the KT-100 vs $0.6M for the R44 Raven. The R44 Raven first flew 21 years before the KT-100 (1990 vs 2011).
| Korean trainer aircraft, operational since the 2000s, predominantly deployed for basic flight training within the Republic of Korea Air Force. | |
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| Origin country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | KAI |
| First flight | 20 July 2011 |
| Year introduced | 2015 |
| Number produced | 23 units |
| Average unit price | $0.6 million |
| 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 | $0.6 million |
| Wingspan | 11.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 389 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,900 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,304 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,633 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,089 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 235 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 10.0 m â—‰ |
| 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the KT-100 or R44 Raven?
The KT-100 is faster with a maximum speed of 389 km/h compared to the R44 Raven's 240 km/h, a difference of 149 km/h.
Which has longer range, the KT-100 or R44 Raven?
The KT-100 has a longer range at 1,900 km compared to the R44 Raven's 560 km.
Which can fly higher, the KT-100 or R44 Raven?
The KT-100 has a higher service ceiling at 5,304 meters (17,401 ft) compared to the R44 Raven's 4,300 meters (14,107 ft).
Which is heavier, the KT-100 or R44 Raven?
The KT-100 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,633 kg compared to the R44 Raven's 1,134 kg.
Which is larger, the KT-100 or R44 Raven?
The R44 Raven is longer at 11.7 meters compared to the KT-100's 8.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the KT-100 or R44 Raven?
The R44 Raven is more expensive at approximately $0.6 million per unit compared to the KT-100 at $0.6 million.
Which entered service first, the KT-100 or R44 Raven?
The R44 Raven entered service first in 1993, 22 years before the KT-100 which entered service in 2015.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the KT-100 or R44 Raven?
The R44 Raven has been produced in greater numbers with 6,331 units compared to 23 units of the KT-100.