R44 Raven vs T-25 Universal

Overview

The R44 Raven and the T-25 Universal are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Robinson and Neiva respectively.

Top speed is 240 km/h for the R44 Raven vs 300 km/h for the T-25 Universal. The R44 Raven has an operational range of 560 km vs 1,500 km for the T-25 Universal. The T-25 Universal operates at altitudes up to 6,100 m compared to 4,300 m for the R44 Raven.

The R44 Raven has been produced in 6,331 units vs 189 for the T-25 Universal. The T-25 Universal first flew 24 years before the R44 Raven (1966 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 propeller-driven basic trainer and ground attack aircraft, developed in the 1960s and utilized for primary military pilot training and counter-insurgency operations.
Neiva T-25 Universal Training profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Brazil
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Neiva
First flight 29 April 1966
Year introduced 1971
Number produced 189 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 17.2 mΒ²
Wingspan 11.0 m β—‰
Height 3.0 m β—‰
Length 8.6 m β—‰
Maximum speed 300 km/h β—‰
Operational range 1,500 km β—‰
Service ceiling 6,100 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,700 kg β—‰
Empty weight 1,150 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 220 kW β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the R44 Raven or T-25 Universal?
The T-25 Universal is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the R44 Raven's 240 km/h, a difference of 60 km/h.
Which has longer range, the R44 Raven or T-25 Universal?
The T-25 Universal has a longer range at 1,500 km compared to the R44 Raven's 560 km.
Which can fly higher, the R44 Raven or T-25 Universal?
The T-25 Universal has a higher service ceiling at 6,100 meters (20,013 ft) compared to the R44 Raven's 4,300 meters (14,107 ft).
Which is heavier, the R44 Raven or T-25 Universal?
The T-25 Universal has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,700 kg compared to the R44 Raven's 1,134 kg.
Which is larger, the R44 Raven or T-25 Universal?
The R44 Raven is longer at 11.7 meters compared to the T-25 Universal's 8.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the R44 Raven or T-25 Universal?
The T-25 Universal entered service first in 1971, 22 years before the R44 Raven which entered service in 1993.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the R44 Raven or T-25 Universal?
The R44 Raven has been produced in greater numbers with 6,331 units compared to 189 units of the T-25 Universal.