R22 vs Z 42
Overview
The R22 and the Z 42 are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Robinson and Zlin respectively.
Top speed is 188 km/h for the R22 vs 230 km/h for the Z 42. The R22 has an operational range of 387 km vs 530 km for the Z 42. The Z 42 operates at altitudes up to 5,500 m compared to 4,267 m for the R22.
The R22 has been produced in 4,600 units vs 57 for the Z 42. The Z 42 first flew 8 years before the R22 (1967 vs 1975).
| 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 | $400K |
| Czech training aircraft, introduced in the late 20th century, extensively utilized for flight instruction and aerobatics worldwide. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇿 Czechia |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Zlin |
| First flight | 17 October 1967 |
| Year introduced | 1970 |
| Number produced | 57 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 7.7 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 8.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 188 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 387 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,267 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 621 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 361 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 93 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | 13.2 m² |
| Wingspan | 9.1 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 7.1 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 230 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 530 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,500 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 920 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 600 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 134 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the R22 or Z 42?
The Z 42 is faster with a maximum speed of 230 km/h compared to the R22's 188 km/h, a difference of 42 km/h.
Which has longer range, the R22 or Z 42?
The Z 42 has a longer range at 530 km compared to the R22's 387 km.
Which can fly higher, the R22 or Z 42?
The Z 42 has a higher service ceiling at 5,500 meters (18,044 ft) compared to the R22's 4,267 meters (13,999 ft).
Which is heavier, the R22 or Z 42?
The Z 42 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 920 kg compared to the R22's 621 kg.
Which is larger, the R22 or Z 42?
The R22 is longer at 8.8 meters compared to the Z 42's 7.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the R22 or Z 42?
The Z 42 entered service first in 1970, 9 years before the R22 which entered service in 1979.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the R22 or Z 42?
The R22 has been produced in greater numbers with 4,600 units compared to 57 units of the Z 42.