R44 Raven vs T-67 Firefly
The R44 Raven and the T-67 Firefly are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Robinson and Slingsby respectively. Top speed is 240 km/h for the R44 Raven vs 282 km/h for the T-67 Firefly. The R44 Raven has an operational range of 560 km vs 753 km for the T-67 Firefly. The T-67 Firefly operates at altitudes up to 5,791 m compared to 4,300 m for the R44 Raven. The R44 Raven has been produced in 6,331 units vs 250 for the T-67 Firefly. Unit cost is $0.6M for the R44 Raven vs $0.5M for the T-67 Firefly. The T-67 Firefly first flew 16 years before the R44 Raven (1974 vs 1990).
| American light, four-seat helicopter, extensively used worldwide for civilian operations, military training, and police usage since the 1990s. | |
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| 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 | $0.6 million |
| British aerobatic aircraft, renowned in the 1980s, used extensively for military training worldwide. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Slingsby |
| First flight | 12 March 1974 |
| Year introduced | 1974 |
| Number produced | 250 units |
| Average unit price | $0.5 million |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 10.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 240 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 560 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,300 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,134 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 683 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 183 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 13.0 m² |
| Wingspan | 10.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 7.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 282 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 753 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,791 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,157 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 794 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 194 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the R44 Raven or T-67 Firefly?
The T-67 Firefly is faster with a maximum speed of 282 km/h compared to the R44 Raven's 240 km/h, a difference of 42 km/h.
Which has longer range, the R44 Raven or T-67 Firefly?
The T-67 Firefly has a longer range at 753 km compared to the R44 Raven's 560 km.
Which can fly higher, the R44 Raven or T-67 Firefly?
The T-67 Firefly has a higher service ceiling at 5,791 meters (18,999 ft) compared to the R44 Raven's 4,300 meters (14,107 ft).
Which is heavier, the R44 Raven or T-67 Firefly?
The T-67 Firefly 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 T-67 Firefly?
The R44 Raven is longer at 11.7 meters compared to the T-67 Firefly's 7.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the R44 Raven or T-67 Firefly?
The R44 Raven is more expensive at approximately $0.6 million per unit compared to the T-67 Firefly at $0.5 million.
Which entered service first, the R44 Raven or T-67 Firefly?
The T-67 Firefly entered service first in 1974, 19 years before the R44 Raven which entered service in 1993.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the R44 Raven or T-67 Firefly?
The R44 Raven has been produced in greater numbers with 6,331 units compared to 250 units of the T-67 Firefly.