206 JetRanger vs R-4

American light helicopter, well known for civilian, military, emergency medical services, and offshore oil support roles since the 1960s.
Picture of 206 JetRanger
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Bell
First flight 10 January 1966
Year introduced 1967
Number produced 7300 units
Average unit price $1.3 million

R-4

American helicopter from the 1940s, first to be produced in quantity, used primarily in World War II for rescue operations.
Picture of R-4
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Sikorsky
First flight 13 January 1942
Year introduced 1944
Number produced 131 units
Average unit price $0.0 million
Wingspan -- m
Height 3.9 m â—‰
Length 12.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 226 km/h â—‰
Operational range 624 km â—‰
Service ceiling 4,572 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,495 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,737 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 485 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of Bell 206 JetRanger

R-4

Wingspan 11.6 m
Height 3.8 m â—‰
Length 10.8 m â—‰
Maximum speed 121 km/h â—‰
Operational range 210 km â—‰
Service ceiling 2,400 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,150 kg â—‰
Empty weight 950 kg â—‰
Total thrust 0 â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the 206 JetRanger or R-4?
The 206 JetRanger is faster with a maximum speed of 226 km/h compared to the R-4's 121 km/h, a difference of 105 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 206 JetRanger or R-4?
The 206 JetRanger has a longer range at 624 km compared to the R-4's 210 km.
Which can fly higher, the 206 JetRanger or R-4?
The 206 JetRanger has a higher service ceiling at 4,572 meters (15,000 ft) compared to the R-4's 2,400 meters (7,874 ft).
Which is heavier, the 206 JetRanger or R-4?
The 206 JetRanger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,495 kg compared to the R-4's 1,150 kg.
Which is larger, the 206 JetRanger or R-4?
The 206 JetRanger is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the R-4's 10.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 206 JetRanger or R-4?
The 206 JetRanger is more expensive at approximately $1.3 million per unit compared to the R-4 at $0.0 million.
Which entered service first, the 206 JetRanger or R-4?
The R-4 entered service first in 1944, 23 years before the 206 JetRanger which entered service in 1967.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 206 JetRanger or R-4?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 131 units of the R-4.