Robinson R44 Raven I / Clipper I
The four-seat helicopter Robinson R44 Raven I / Clipper I is efficient, reliable and easy to maintain. It has been proven for years all over the world. Each R44 has a twin-blade carrier rotor, distinctive T-shaped steering wheel and shatterproof fuel tanks.
The aluminium shell construction and powder-coated truss provides low empty weight and high strength, while the aerodynamic fuselage shape reduces fuel consumption and enables a high cruising speed of 108 knots (200 km/h). Hydraulic power steering significantly reduces drag on the rudders, allowing for more confident and precise control, while the low speed of the tail rotor blade tips and large multi-chamber muffler reduce flight noise.
Robinon R44 Raven I / Clipper I helicopters are powered by a 225hp Lycoming O-540 carburettor engine, fitted as standard with carburetor preheat assist, automatically adjusting the amount of heat supplied to the carburetor, increasing safety and reducing pilot workload.
R44 Clipper I helicopters are equipped with floats that enable landing on the water.
Technical specifications:
Performance | Raven I | Clipper I with fixed floats | ||
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Speed not to exceed VNE | 130 kts | 241 km/h | 120 kts | 222 km/h |
Maximum cruising speed | 108 kts | 200 km/h | 101 kts | 187 km/h |
Maximum range | 300 nm | 550 km | 300 nm | 550 km |
Maximum engine power | 225 KM | 225 KM | ||
Capacity | ||||
Fuel tank | 29,5 US gal | 111,6 l | 29,5 US gal | 111,6 l |
Additional fuel tank | 17,0 US gal | 64,3 l | 17,0 US gal | 64,3 l |
Weight | ||||
Empty helicopter weight | 1 450 lbs | 658 kg | 1 500 lbs | 680 kg |
Maximum take-off weight | 2 400 lbs | 1 089 kg | 2 400 lbs | 1 089 kg |
Payload | 950 lbs | 431 kg | 900 lbs | 409 kg |