R44 Raven vs SW-4 Puszczyk

Overview

The R44 Raven and the SW-4 Puszczyk are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Robinson and PZL respectively.

Top speed is 240 km/h for the R44 Raven vs 260 km/h for the SW-4 Puszczyk. The R44 Raven has an operational range of 560 km vs 790 km for the SW-4 Puszczyk. The SW-4 Puszczyk operates at altitudes up to 5,200 m compared to 4,300 m for the R44 Raven.

The R44 Raven has been produced in 6,331 units vs 40 for the SW-4 Puszczyk. Unit cost is $0.6M for the R44 Raven vs $0.7M for the SW-4 Puszczyk. The R44 Raven first flew 6 years before the SW-4 Puszczyk (1990 vs 1996).

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
Polish utility helicopter, deployed in the early 21st century, primarily used for training and light transport applications.
PZL SW-4 Puszczyk Training profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Poland
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer PZL
First flight 29 October 1996
Year introduced 2002
Number produced 40 units
Average unit price $700K
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—‰
Wingspan 9.0 m β—‰
Height 3.1 m β—‰
Length 10.6 m β—‰
Maximum speed 260 km/h β—‰
Operational range 790 km β—‰
Service ceiling 5,200 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,800 kg β—‰
Empty weight 1,050 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 336 kW β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the R44 Raven or SW-4 Puszczyk?
The SW-4 Puszczyk is faster with a maximum speed of 260 km/h compared to the R44 Raven's 240 km/h, a difference of 20 km/h.
Which has longer range, the R44 Raven or SW-4 Puszczyk?
The SW-4 Puszczyk has a longer range at 790 km compared to the R44 Raven's 560 km.
Which can fly higher, the R44 Raven or SW-4 Puszczyk?
The SW-4 Puszczyk has a higher service ceiling at 5,200 meters (17,060 ft) compared to the R44 Raven's 4,300 meters (14,107 ft).
Which is heavier, the R44 Raven or SW-4 Puszczyk?
The SW-4 Puszczyk has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,800 kg compared to the R44 Raven's 1,134 kg.
Which is larger, the R44 Raven or SW-4 Puszczyk?
The R44 Raven is longer at 11.7 meters compared to the SW-4 Puszczyk's 10.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the R44 Raven or SW-4 Puszczyk?
The SW-4 Puszczyk is more expensive at approximately $0.7 million per unit compared to the R44 Raven at $0.6 million.
Which entered service first, the R44 Raven or SW-4 Puszczyk?
The R44 Raven entered service first in 1993, 9 years before the SW-4 Puszczyk which entered service in 2002.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the R44 Raven or SW-4 Puszczyk?
The R44 Raven has been produced in greater numbers with 6,331 units compared to 40 units of the SW-4 Puszczyk.