MS 733 Alcyon vs R44 Raven
The MS 733 Alcyon and the R44 Raven are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Morane-Saulnier and Robinson respectively. Top speed is 240 km/h for the MS 733 Alcyon vs 240 km/h for the R44 Raven. The MS 733 Alcyon has an operational range of 920 km vs 560 km for the R44 Raven. The MS 733 Alcyon operates at altitudes up to 4,800 m compared to 4,300 m for the R44 Raven. The MS 733 Alcyon has been produced in 208 units vs 6,331 for the R44 Raven. Unit cost is $0.2M for the MS 733 Alcyon vs $0.6M for the R44 Raven. The MS 733 Alcyon first flew 41 years before the R44 Raven (1949 vs 1990).
| 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, 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 |
| 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 | 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 MS 733 Alcyon or R44 Raven?
The R44 Raven is faster with a maximum speed of 240 km/h compared to the MS 733 Alcyon's 240 km/h, a difference of 0 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MS 733 Alcyon or R44 Raven?
The MS 733 Alcyon has a longer range at 920 km compared to the R44 Raven's 560 km.
Which can fly higher, the MS 733 Alcyon or R44 Raven?
The MS 733 Alcyon has a higher service ceiling at 4,800 meters (15,748 ft) compared to the R44 Raven's 4,300 meters (14,107 ft).
Which is heavier, the MS 733 Alcyon or R44 Raven?
The MS 733 Alcyon has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,670 kg compared to the R44 Raven's 1,134 kg.
Which is larger, the MS 733 Alcyon or R44 Raven?
The R44 Raven is longer at 11.7 meters compared to the MS 733 Alcyon's 9.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MS 733 Alcyon or R44 Raven?
The R44 Raven is more expensive at approximately $0.6 million per unit compared to the MS 733 Alcyon at $0.2 million.
Which entered service first, the MS 733 Alcyon or R44 Raven?
The MS 733 Alcyon entered service first in 1953, 40 years before the R44 Raven which entered service in 1993.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MS 733 Alcyon or R44 Raven?
The R44 Raven has been produced in greater numbers with 6,331 units compared to 208 units of the MS 733 Alcyon.