R44 Raven vs Z 42
Overview
The R44 Raven and the Z 42 are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Robinson and Zlin respectively.
Top speed is 240 km/h for the R44 Raven vs 230 km/h for the Z 42. The R44 Raven has an operational range of 560 km vs 530 km for the Z 42. The Z 42 operates at altitudes up to 5,500 m compared to 4,300 m for the R44 Raven.
The R44 Raven has been produced in 6,331 units vs 57 for the Z 42. The Z 42 first flew 23 years before the R44 Raven (1967 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 | $600K |
| Czech training aircraft, introduced in the late 20th century, extensively utilized for flight instruction and aerobatics worldwide. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇿 Czechia |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Zlin |
| First flight | 17 October 1967 |
| Year introduced | 1970 |
| Number produced | 57 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 10.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.3 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 240 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 560 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,300 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,134 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 683 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 183 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | 13.2 m² |
| Wingspan | 9.1 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 7.1 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 230 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 530 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,500 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 920 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 600 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 134 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the R44 Raven or Z 42?
The R44 Raven is faster with a maximum speed of 240 km/h compared to the Z 42's 230 km/h, a difference of 10 km/h.
Which has longer range, the R44 Raven or Z 42?
The R44 Raven has a longer range at 560 km compared to the Z 42's 530 km.
Which can fly higher, the R44 Raven or Z 42?
The Z 42 has a higher service ceiling at 5,500 meters (18,044 ft) compared to the R44 Raven's 4,300 meters (14,107 ft).
Which is heavier, the R44 Raven or Z 42?
The R44 Raven has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,134 kg compared to the Z 42's 920 kg.
Which is larger, the R44 Raven or Z 42?
The R44 Raven is longer at 11.7 meters compared to the Z 42's 7.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the R44 Raven or Z 42?
The Z 42 entered service first in 1970, 23 years before the R44 Raven which entered service in 1993.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the R44 Raven or Z 42?
The R44 Raven has been produced in greater numbers with 6,331 units compared to 57 units of the Z 42.