PC-21 vs R44 Raven
Overview
The PC-21 and the R44 Raven are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Pilatus and Robinson respectively.
The PC-21 reaches 685 km/h — 2.9x the R44 Raven's 240 km/h. The PC-21 has an operational range of 1,333 km vs 560 km for the R44 Raven. The PC-21 operates at altitudes up to 11,580 m compared to 4,300 m for the R44 Raven. At 4,250 kg MTOW, the PC-21 is 3.7x the R44 Raven's 1,134 kg.
The PC-21 has been produced in 211 units vs 6,331 for the R44 Raven. Unit cost is $9M for the PC-21 vs $0.6M for the R44 Raven. The R44 Raven first flew 12 years before the PC-21 (1990 vs 2002).
| Swiss trainer aircraft, known for deployments in military aviation schools around the world since the early 21st century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇭 Switzerland |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Pilatus |
| First flight | 1 July 2002 |
| Year introduced | 2008 |
| Number produced | 211 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 | 15.2 m² |
| Wingspan | 9.1 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.2 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 685 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,333 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 11,580 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,250 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2,270 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 1,193 kW ◉ |
| 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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Detailed Comparison
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the PC-21 or R44 Raven?
The PC-21 is faster with a maximum speed of 685 km/h compared to the R44 Raven's 240 km/h, a difference of 445 km/h.
Which has longer range, the PC-21 or R44 Raven?
The PC-21 has a longer range at 1,333 km compared to the R44 Raven's 560 km.
Which can fly higher, the PC-21 or R44 Raven?
The PC-21 has a higher service ceiling at 11,580 meters (37,992 ft) compared to the R44 Raven's 4,300 meters (14,107 ft).
Which is heavier, the PC-21 or R44 Raven?
The PC-21 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,250 kg compared to the R44 Raven's 1,134 kg.
Which is larger, the PC-21 or R44 Raven?
The R44 Raven is longer at 11.7 meters compared to the PC-21's 11.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the PC-21 or R44 Raven?
The PC-21 is more expensive at approximately $9.0 million per unit compared to the R44 Raven at $0.6 million.
Which entered service first, the PC-21 or R44 Raven?
The R44 Raven entered service first in 1993, 15 years before the PC-21 which entered service in 2008.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the PC-21 or R44 Raven?
The R44 Raven has been produced in greater numbers with 6,331 units compared to 211 units of the PC-21.