L-70 Vinka vs R22

Overview

The L-70 Vinka and the R22 are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Valmet and Robinson respectively.

Top speed is 240 km/h for the L-70 Vinka vs 188 km/h for the R22. The L-70 Vinka has an operational range of 860 km vs 387 km for the R22. The L-70 Vinka operates at altitudes up to 5,000 m compared to 4,267 m for the R22. At 1,250 kg MTOW, the L-70 Vinka is 2.0x the R22's 621 kg.

The L-70 Vinka has been produced in 30 units vs 4,600 for the R22.

Finnish-designed piston-powered military basic trainer aircraft, developed in the 1970s and used for pilot training and liaison roles.
Valmet L-70 Vinka Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇮 Finland
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Valmet
First flight 1 July 1975
Year introduced 1980
Number produced 30 units
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 14.0 m²
Wingspan 9.9 m â—‰
Height 3.3 m â—‰
Length 7.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 240 km/h â—‰
Operational range 860 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,250 kg â—‰
Empty weight 767 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 149 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 L-70 Vinka or R22?
The L-70 Vinka is faster with a maximum speed of 240 km/h compared to the R22's 188 km/h, a difference of 52 km/h.
Which has longer range, the L-70 Vinka or R22?
The L-70 Vinka has a longer range at 860 km compared to the R22's 387 km.
Which can fly higher, the L-70 Vinka or R22?
The L-70 Vinka has a higher service ceiling at 5,000 meters (16,404 ft) compared to the R22's 4,267 meters (13,999 ft).
Which is heavier, the L-70 Vinka or R22?
The L-70 Vinka has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,250 kg compared to the R22's 621 kg.
Which is larger, the L-70 Vinka or R22?
The R22 is longer at 8.8 meters compared to the L-70 Vinka's 7.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the L-70 Vinka or R22?
The R22 entered service first in 1979, 1 years before the L-70 Vinka which entered service in 1980.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the L-70 Vinka or R22?
The R22 has been produced in greater numbers with 4,600 units compared to 30 units of the L-70 Vinka.