R44 Raven vs Yak-52

Overview

The R44 Raven and the Yak-52 are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Robinson and Yakovlev respectively.

Top speed is 240 km/h for the R44 Raven vs 285 km/h for the Yak-52. The R44 Raven has an operational range of 560 km vs 550 km for the Yak-52. The R44 Raven operates at altitudes up to 4,300 m compared to 4,000 m for the Yak-52.

The R44 Raven has been produced in 6,331 units vs 14 for the Yak-52. The Yak-52 first flew 14 years before the R44 Raven (1976 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
Soviet primary trainer aircraft, renowned for its extensive service in DOSAAF training program during the late 20th century.
Yakovlev Yak-52 Training profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡·πŸ‡Ί Russia
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Yakovlev
First flight 1 January 1976
Year introduced 1979
Number produced 14 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 15.0 mΒ²
Wingspan 9.3 m β—‰
Height 2.7 m β—‰
Length 7.7 m β—‰
Maximum speed 285 km/h β—‰
Operational range 550 km β—‰
Service ceiling 4,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,305 kg β—‰
Empty weight 1,015 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 265 kW β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the R44 Raven or Yak-52?
The Yak-52 is faster with a maximum speed of 285 km/h compared to the R44 Raven's 240 km/h, a difference of 45 km/h.
Which has longer range, the R44 Raven or Yak-52?
The R44 Raven has a longer range at 560 km compared to the Yak-52's 550 km.
Which can fly higher, the R44 Raven or Yak-52?
The R44 Raven has a higher service ceiling at 4,300 meters (14,107 ft) compared to the Yak-52's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the R44 Raven or Yak-52?
The Yak-52 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,305 kg compared to the R44 Raven's 1,134 kg.
Which is larger, the R44 Raven or Yak-52?
The R44 Raven is longer at 11.7 meters compared to the Yak-52's 7.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the R44 Raven or Yak-52?
The Yak-52 entered service first in 1979, 14 years before the R44 Raven which entered service in 1993.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the R44 Raven or Yak-52?
The R44 Raven has been produced in greater numbers with 6,331 units compared to 14 units of the Yak-52.