R44 Raven vs S330 / S333
Overview
The R44 Raven and the S330 / S333 are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Robinson and Schweizer respectively.
Top speed is 240 km/h for the R44 Raven vs 194 km/h for the S330 / S333. The R44 Raven has an operational range of 560 km vs 590 km for the S330 / S333. The R44 Raven operates at altitudes up to 4,300 m compared to 3,962 m for the S330 / S333.
The S330 / S333 first flew 2 years before the R44 Raven (1988 vs 1990).
| American light, four-seat helicopter, extensively used worldwide for civilian operations, military training, and police usage since the 1990s. | |
| 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 |
| American light utility and trainer helicopter, developed in the late 20th century and still in production, utilized for various roles. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Schweizer |
| First flight | 14 June 1988 |
| Year introduced | 1992 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 ◉ |
| Wing area | 55.2 m² |
| Wingspan | 8.4 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 9.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 194 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 590 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 3,962 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,157 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 549 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 213 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the R44 Raven or S330 / S333?
The R44 Raven is faster with a maximum speed of 240 km/h compared to the S330 / S333's 194 km/h, a difference of 46 km/h.
Which has longer range, the R44 Raven or S330 / S333?
The S330 / S333 has a longer range at 590 km compared to the R44 Raven's 560 km.
Which can fly higher, the R44 Raven or S330 / S333?
The R44 Raven has a higher service ceiling at 4,300 meters (14,107 ft) compared to the S330 / S333's 3,962 meters (12,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the R44 Raven or S330 / S333?
The S330 / S333 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,157 kg compared to the R44 Raven's 1,134 kg.
Which is larger, the R44 Raven or S330 / S333?
The R44 Raven is longer at 11.7 meters compared to the S330 / S333's 9.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the R44 Raven or S330 / S333?
The S330 / S333 entered service first in 1992, 1 years before the R44 Raven which entered service in 1993.