L-159 ALCA vs R44 Raven
Overview
The L-159 ALCA and the R44 Raven are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Aero and Robinson respectively.
The L-159 ALCA reaches 936 km/h — 3.9x the R44 Raven's 240 km/h. The L-159 ALCA has an operational range of 1,570 km vs 560 km for the R44 Raven. The L-159 ALCA operates at altitudes up to 13,200 m compared to 4,300 m for the R44 Raven. At 8,000 kg MTOW, the L-159 ALCA is 7.1x the R44 Raven's 1,134 kg.
The L-159 ALCA has been produced in 72 units vs 6,331 for the R44 Raven. Unit cost is $9M for the L-159 ALCA vs $0.6M for the R44 Raven. The R44 Raven first flew 7 years before the L-159 ALCA (1990 vs 1997).
| Czech light combat aircraft, used since the late 20th century, active in NATO led partnership for peace program. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇿 Czechia |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Aero |
| First flight | 2 August 1997 |
| Year introduced | 2000 |
| Number produced | 72 units |
| Average unit price | $9 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 | $600K |
| Wing area | 18.8 m² |
| Wingspan | 9.5 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 12.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 936 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,570 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 13,200 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 4,350 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 2,871 kgf ◉ |
| 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 L-159 ALCA or R44 Raven?
The L-159 ALCA is faster with a maximum speed of 936 km/h compared to the R44 Raven's 240 km/h, a difference of 696 km/h.
Which has longer range, the L-159 ALCA or R44 Raven?
The L-159 ALCA has a longer range at 1,570 km compared to the R44 Raven's 560 km.
Which can fly higher, the L-159 ALCA or R44 Raven?
The L-159 ALCA has a higher service ceiling at 13,200 meters (43,307 ft) compared to the R44 Raven's 4,300 meters (14,107 ft).
Which is heavier, the L-159 ALCA or R44 Raven?
The L-159 ALCA has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,000 kg compared to the R44 Raven's 1,134 kg.
Which is larger, the L-159 ALCA or R44 Raven?
The L-159 ALCA is longer at 12.7 meters compared to the R44 Raven's 11.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the L-159 ALCA or R44 Raven?
The L-159 ALCA is more expensive at approximately $9.0 million per unit compared to the R44 Raven at $0.6 million.
Which entered service first, the L-159 ALCA or R44 Raven?
The R44 Raven entered service first in 1993, 7 years before the L-159 ALCA which entered service in 2000.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the L-159 ALCA or R44 Raven?
The R44 Raven has been produced in greater numbers with 6,331 units compared to 72 units of the L-159 ALCA.