R44 Raven vs T-23 Uirapuru

Overview

The R44 Raven and the T-23 Uirapuru are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Robinson and Aerotec respectively.

Top speed is 240 km/h for the R44 Raven vs 225 km/h for the T-23 Uirapuru. The R44 Raven has an operational range of 560 km vs 800 km for the T-23 Uirapuru. The T-23 Uirapuru operates at altitudes up to 4,500 m compared to 4,300 m for the R44 Raven.

The R44 Raven has been produced in 6,331 units vs 155 for the T-23 Uirapuru. The T-23 Uirapuru first flew 25 years before the R44 Raven (1965 vs 1990).

American light, four-seat helicopter, extensively used worldwide for civilian operations, military training, and police usage since the 1990s.
Robinson R44 Raven Training profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Robinson
First flight 31 March 1990
Year introduced 1993
Number produced 6331 units
Average unit price $600K
Brazilian military trainer aircraft, developed in the mid-1960s, used for primary flight training by South American air forces.
Aerotec T-23 Uirapuru Training profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Brazil
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Aerotec
First flight 2 June 1965
Year introduced 1968
Number produced 155 units
Average unit price --
Wing area -- mΒ²
Wingspan 10.0 m β—‰
Height 3.3 m β—‰
Length 11.7 m β—‰
Maximum speed 240 km/h β—‰
Operational range 560 km β—‰
Service ceiling 4,300 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,134 kg β—‰
Empty weight 683 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 183 kW β—‰
Wing area 13.5 mΒ²
Wingspan 8.5 m β—‰
Height 2.7 m β—‰
Length 6.6 m β—‰
Maximum speed 225 km/h β—‰
Operational range 800 km β—‰
Service ceiling 4,500 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 840 kg β—‰
Empty weight 540 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 120 kW β—‰

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the R44 Raven or T-23 Uirapuru?
The R44 Raven is faster with a maximum speed of 240 km/h compared to the T-23 Uirapuru's 225 km/h, a difference of 15 km/h.
Which has longer range, the R44 Raven or T-23 Uirapuru?
The T-23 Uirapuru has a longer range at 800 km compared to the R44 Raven's 560 km.
Which can fly higher, the R44 Raven or T-23 Uirapuru?
The T-23 Uirapuru has a higher service ceiling at 4,500 meters (14,763 ft) compared to the R44 Raven's 4,300 meters (14,107 ft).
Which is heavier, the R44 Raven or T-23 Uirapuru?
The R44 Raven has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,134 kg compared to the T-23 Uirapuru's 840 kg.
Which is larger, the R44 Raven or T-23 Uirapuru?
The R44 Raven is longer at 11.7 meters compared to the T-23 Uirapuru's 6.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the R44 Raven or T-23 Uirapuru?
The T-23 Uirapuru entered service first in 1968, 25 years before the R44 Raven which entered service in 1993.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the R44 Raven or T-23 Uirapuru?
The R44 Raven has been produced in greater numbers with 6,331 units compared to 155 units of the T-23 Uirapuru.