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Robinson R44 Raven vs S330 / S333

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Specifications
Robinson R44 Raven S330 / S333
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Training Aircraft Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Robinson Schweizer
First flight 31 March 1990 14 June 1988
Year introduced 1993 1992
Number produced 6331 units N/A
Average unit price $600K --
Wing area -- m² 55.2 m²
Wingspan 10.0 m 8.4 m
Height 3.3 m 3.4 m
Length 11.7 m 9.5 m
Maximum speed 240 km/h 194 km/h
Operational range 560 km 590 km
Service ceiling 4,300 m 3,962 m
Max. takeoff weight 1,134 kg 1,157 kg
Empty weight 683 kg 549 kg
Total thrust 1 x 183 kW 1 x 213 kW
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Overview

The Robinson R44 Raven and the S330 / S333 are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Robinson and Schweizer respectively.

Top speed is 240 km/h for the Robinson R44 Raven vs 194 km/h for the S330 / S333. The Robinson R44 Raven has an operational range of 560 km vs 590 km for the S330 / S333. The Robinson R44 Raven operates at altitudes up to 4,300 m compared to 3,962 m for the S330 / S333.

The S330 / S333 first flew 2 years before the Robinson R44 Raven (1988 vs 1990).

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Robinson R44 Raven or S330 / S333?
The Robinson R44 Raven is faster with a maximum speed of 240 km/h compared to the S330 / S333's 194 km/h, a difference of 46 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Robinson R44 Raven or S330 / S333?
The S330 / S333 has a longer range at 590 km compared to the Robinson R44 Raven's 560 km.
Which can fly higher, the Robinson R44 Raven or S330 / S333?
The Robinson R44 Raven has a higher service ceiling at 4,300 meters (14,107 ft) compared to the S330 / S333's 3,962 meters (12,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the Robinson R44 Raven or S330 / S333?
The S330 / S333 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,157 kg compared to the Robinson R44 Raven's 1,134 kg.
Which is larger, the Robinson R44 Raven or S330 / S333?
The Robinson R44 Raven is longer at 11.7 meters compared to the S330 / S333's 9.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the Robinson R44 Raven or S330 / S333?
The S330 / S333 entered service first in 1992, 1 years before the Robinson R44 Raven which entered service in 1993.