L-90 Redigo vs R22

Overview

The L-90 Redigo and the R22 are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Valmet and Robinson respectively.

Top speed is 354 km/h for the L-90 Redigo vs 188 km/h for the R22. The L-90 Redigo has an operational range of 1,000 km vs 387 km for the R22. The L-90 Redigo operates at altitudes up to 6,340 m compared to 4,267 m for the R22. At 1,900 kg MTOW, the L-90 Redigo is 3.1x the R22's 621 kg.

The L-90 Redigo has been produced in 31 units vs 4,600 for the R22. The R22 first flew 10 years before the L-90 Redigo (1975 vs 1985).

Finnish turboprop-powered military basic trainer and liaison aircraft, developed in the late 20th century, utilized for pilot training and light support roles.
Valmet L-90 Redigo Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇮 Finland
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Valmet
First flight 12 February 1985
Year introduced 1991
Number produced 31 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 14.8 m²
Wingspan 10.6 m â—‰
Height 3.2 m â—‰
Length 8.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 354 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,000 km â—‰
Service ceiling 6,340 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,900 kg â—‰
Empty weight 970 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 340 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-90 Redigo or R22?
The L-90 Redigo is faster with a maximum speed of 354 km/h compared to the R22's 188 km/h, a difference of 166 km/h.
Which has longer range, the L-90 Redigo or R22?
The L-90 Redigo has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the R22's 387 km.
Which can fly higher, the L-90 Redigo or R22?
The L-90 Redigo has a higher service ceiling at 6,340 meters (20,800 ft) compared to the R22's 4,267 meters (13,999 ft).
Which is heavier, the L-90 Redigo or R22?
The L-90 Redigo has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,900 kg compared to the R22's 621 kg.
Which is larger, the L-90 Redigo or R22?
The R22 is longer at 8.8 meters compared to the L-90 Redigo's 8.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the L-90 Redigo or R22?
The R22 entered service first in 1979, 12 years before the L-90 Redigo which entered service in 1991.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the L-90 Redigo or R22?
The R22 has been produced in greater numbers with 4,600 units compared to 31 units of the L-90 Redigo.