R-4 vs SA315 Alouette II
Overview
The R-4 and the SA315 Alouette II are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Sikorsky and Aérospatiale respectively.
Top speed is 121 km/h for the R-4 vs 192 km/h for the SA315 Alouette II. The R-4 has an operational range of 210 km vs 565 km for the SA315 Alouette II. The R-4 operates at altitudes up to 2,400 m compared to 2,300 m for the SA315 Alouette II.
The R-4 has been produced in 131 units vs 1,300 for the SA315 Alouette II. The R-4 first flew 13 years before the SA315 Alouette II (1942 vs 1955).
| American helicopter from the 1940s, first to be produced in quantity, used primarily in World War II for rescue operations. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Sikorsky |
| First flight | 13 January 1942 |
| Year introduced | 1944 |
| Number produced | 131 units |
| Average unit price | $10K |
| French light helicopter, renowned for its high-altitude service in the Himalayas during the 1960s and subsequent global deployments. | |
| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Aérospatiale |
| First flight | 12 March 1955 |
| Year introduced | 1957 |
| Number produced | 1300 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 11.6 m â—‰ |
| 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—‰ |
| Wingspan | 10.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 192 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 565 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 2,300 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,600 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 895 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 343 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the R-4 or SA315 Alouette II?
The SA315 Alouette II is faster with a maximum speed of 192 km/h compared to the R-4's 121 km/h, a difference of 71 km/h.
Which has longer range, the R-4 or SA315 Alouette II?
The SA315 Alouette II has a longer range at 565 km compared to the R-4's 210 km.
Which can fly higher, the R-4 or SA315 Alouette II?
The R-4 has a higher service ceiling at 2,400 meters (7,874 ft) compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 2,300 meters (7,545 ft).
Which is heavier, the R-4 or SA315 Alouette II?
The SA315 Alouette II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,600 kg compared to the R-4's 1,150 kg.
Which is larger, the R-4 or SA315 Alouette II?
The R-4 is longer at 10.8 meters compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 9.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the R-4 or SA315 Alouette II?
The R-4 entered service first in 1944, 13 years before the SA315 Alouette II which entered service in 1957.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the R-4 or SA315 Alouette II?
The SA315 Alouette II has been produced in greater numbers with 1,300 units compared to 131 units of the R-4.