R44 Raven vs T-5 Brave Eagle

The R44 Raven and the T-5 Brave Eagle are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Robinson and KAI respectively. The T-5 Brave Eagle reaches 1,030 km/h β€” 4.3x the R44 Raven's 240 km/h. The R44 Raven has an operational range of 560 km vs 1,350 km for the T-5 Brave Eagle. The T-5 Brave Eagle operates at altitudes up to 13,000 m compared to 4,300 m for the R44 Raven. The R44 Raven has been produced in 6,331 units vs 17 for the T-5 Brave Eagle. The R44 Raven first flew 30 years before the T-5 Brave Eagle (1990 vs 2020).

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
Korean light combat aircraft, developed in the 21st century, designed primarily for basic flight training purposes.
KAI T-5 Brave Eagle Training profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡°πŸ‡· South Korea
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer KAI
First flight 10 June 2020
Year introduced 2021
Number produced 17 units
Average unit price --
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
Empty weight 683 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 183 kW β—‰
Wingspan 9.0 m β—‰
Height 4.6 m β—‰
Length 13.7 m β—‰
Maximum speed 1030 km/h β—‰
Operational range 1,350 km β—‰
Service ceiling 13,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight -- kg
Empty weight 4,500 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,418 kgf β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the R44 Raven or T-5 Brave Eagle?
The T-5 Brave Eagle is faster with a maximum speed of 1,030 km/h compared to the R44 Raven's 240 km/h, a difference of 790 km/h.
Which has longer range, the R44 Raven or T-5 Brave Eagle?
The T-5 Brave Eagle has a longer range at 1,350 km compared to the R44 Raven's 560 km.
Which can fly higher, the R44 Raven or T-5 Brave Eagle?
The T-5 Brave Eagle has a higher service ceiling at 13,000 meters (42,650 ft) compared to the R44 Raven's 4,300 meters (14,107 ft).
Which is heavier, the R44 Raven or T-5 Brave Eagle?
The R44 Raven has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,134 kg compared to the T-5 Brave Eagle's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the R44 Raven or T-5 Brave Eagle?
The T-5 Brave Eagle is longer at 13.7 meters compared to the R44 Raven's 11.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the R44 Raven or T-5 Brave Eagle?
The R44 Raven entered service first in 1993, 28 years before the T-5 Brave Eagle which entered service in 2021.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the R44 Raven or T-5 Brave Eagle?
The R44 Raven has been produced in greater numbers with 6,331 units compared to 17 units of the T-5 Brave Eagle.