MS 733 Alcyon vs R22
The MS 733 Alcyon and the R22 are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Morane-Saulnier and Robinson respectively. Top speed is 240 km/h for the MS 733 Alcyon vs 188 km/h for the R22. The MS 733 Alcyon has an operational range of 920 km vs 387 km for the R22. The MS 733 Alcyon operates at altitudes up to 4,800 m compared to 4,267 m for the R22. At 1,670 kg MTOW, the MS 733 Alcyon is 2.7x the R22's 621 kg. The MS 733 Alcyon has been produced in 208 units vs 4,600 for the R22. Unit cost is $0.2M for the MS 733 Alcyon vs $0.4M for the R22. The MS 733 Alcyon first flew 26 years before the R22 (1949 vs 1975).
| French military trainer, used post World War II, known for missions in Algeria and France's pilot training programs. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Morane-Saulnier |
| First flight | 11 August 1949 |
| Year introduced | 1953 |
| Number produced | 208 units |
| Average unit price | $0.2 million |
| American light, multi-purpose helicopter, widely used for flight training, livestock mustering, and patrol from the late 20th century. | |
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| 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 | $0.4 million |
| Wing area | 20.4 m² |
| Wingspan | 11.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 240 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 920 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,800 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,670 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,262 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 177 kW â—‰ |
| 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 MS 733 Alcyon or R22?
The MS 733 Alcyon 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 MS 733 Alcyon or R22?
The MS 733 Alcyon has a longer range at 920 km compared to the R22's 387 km.
Which can fly higher, the MS 733 Alcyon or R22?
The MS 733 Alcyon has a higher service ceiling at 4,800 meters (15,748 ft) compared to the R22's 4,267 meters (13,999 ft).
Which is heavier, the MS 733 Alcyon or R22?
The MS 733 Alcyon has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,670 kg compared to the R22's 621 kg.
Which is larger, the MS 733 Alcyon or R22?
The MS 733 Alcyon is longer at 9.3 meters compared to the R22's 8.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MS 733 Alcyon or R22?
The R22 is more expensive at approximately $0.4 million per unit compared to the MS 733 Alcyon at $0.2 million.
Which entered service first, the MS 733 Alcyon or R22?
The MS 733 Alcyon entered service first in 1953, 26 years before the R22 which entered service in 1979.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MS 733 Alcyon or R22?
The R22 has been produced in greater numbers with 4,600 units compared to 208 units of the MS 733 Alcyon.