| With the ability to takeoff and land almost anywhere in less than 200 meters, the Top Cub can do nearly everything a light helicopter can do at a fraction of the cost. Factor in reduced pilot training and insurance costs along with reduced maintenance down-time and the Top Cub gains an even greater economic advantage. | |||||||||||||
| Top Cub | R22 | R44 | Bell 206B | ||||||||||
| Acquisition Cost, China, CNY | 2,341,920 | 3,000,000 | 5,000,000 | 17,600,000 | |||||||||
| Useful Load kg | 500 | 232 | 452 | 676 | |||||||||
| Payload-Standard Fuel kg | 364 | 182 | 368 | 570 | |||||||||
| Payload-Optional Fuel kg | 315 | 182 | 318 | N/A | |||||||||
| Range-Maximum/Standard Fuel¹ km | 871 | 270 | 326 | 532 | |||||||||
| Range-Maximum/Optional Fuel¹ km | 1,210 | 473 | 579 | N/A | |||||||||
| Takeoff Distance, Sea Level, ISA, Max Weight (meters) | 176 | N/A | N/A | N/A | |||||||||
| Landing Distance, Sea Level, ISA, Max Weight meters | 176 | N/A | N/A | N/A | |||||||||
| Cruise Speed km/hr | 194 | 158 | 194 | 194 | |||||||||
| Direct Operating Cost/hr, CNY² | 558 | 714 | 1,156 | 2,176 | |||||||||
| Automobile Fuel STC Available | YES | YES | NO | Jet Fuel | |||||||||
| Notes | |||||||||||||
| ¹ 70% power; no wind; 30-minute fuel reserve | |||||||||||||
| ² Includes fuel @ 8rmb/ltr; oil; and hourly reserves for overhaul and scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and inspections | |||||||||||||