He Robinson R44 It is a civil helicopter built by Robinson Helicopters. Based on the two-seat helicopter Robinson R22, the R44 has hydraulic controls and capacity for 4 people (three passengers plus pilot).
The helicopter Robinson R44 of the Raven series provide excellent reliability, manageability, and operation, making the R44 the ideal helicopter for all types of work such as training, patrolling, photography, filming, advertising, transportation, observation...
The R44 Raven II has a high-performance, fuel-injected, slant-valve Lycoming IO-540 engine with a tuned intake system, eliminating the need for a carburetor. The standard 28-volt electrical system ensures good system performance and provides the necessary electrical power for optional equipment.
General characteristics
- Crew: 1 or 2 pilots
- Ability: 3 passengers
- Burden: 408 kg (899.2 lb)
- Length: 8.96 m (length with blades: 11.65 m)
- Diameter main rotor: 10,1 m (33,1 ft)
- Height: 3.3m (10.8ft)
- Empty weight: 657.7 kg (1,449.6 lb)
- Loaded weight: 1,134 kg (2,499.3 lb)
- Powerplant: 1× Lycoming IO-540-AE1A5 6-cylinder engine.
- Power: 183 kW (252 HP; 249 HP)
- Propellers: Two-blade main and tail rotor
- Internal fuel capacity: 120 liters
- Fuel capacity in auxiliary tanks: 70 liters
Performance
- Maximum operating speed (VNo): 240 km/h (149 MPH; 130 kt)
- Cruise speed (Vc): 200 km/h (124 MPH; 108 kt)
- Scope: 560 km (302 nmi; 348 mi)
- Flight ceiling: 4,300 m (14,108 ft)
