AH-1 Cobra vs AW119
The AH-1 Cobra and the AW119 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and AgustaWestland respectively. Top speed is 277 km/h for the AH-1 Cobra vs 282 km/h for the AW119. The AH-1 Cobra has an operational range of 570 km vs 954 km for the AW119. The AH-1 Cobra operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 4,572 m for the AW119. At 8,391 kg MTOW, the AH-1 Cobra is 2.9x the AW119's 2,850 kg. The AH-1 Cobra has been produced in 1,116 units vs 300 for the AW119. Unit cost is $13M for the AH-1 Cobra vs $3.1M for the AW119. The AH-1 Cobra first flew 30 years before the AW119 (1965 vs 1995).
| American attack helicopter, distinguished for its service in the Vietnam War, designed for rapid frontline response and anti-armor operation. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 7 September 1965 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 1116 units |
| Average unit price | $13 million |
| Italian utility helicopter, known for service with law enforcement and military units globally, designed in the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | AgustaWestland |
| First flight | 1 February 1995 |
| Year introduced | 2000 |
| Number produced | 300 units |
| Average unit price | $3.1 million |
| Wingspan | 13.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 17.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 277 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 570 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,391 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 5,579 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 671 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 10.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 282 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 954 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,572 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,850 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,483 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 747 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AH-1 Cobra or AW119?
The AW119 is faster with a maximum speed of 282 km/h compared to the AH-1 Cobra's 277 km/h, a difference of 5 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-1 Cobra or AW119?
The AW119 has a longer range at 954 km compared to the AH-1 Cobra's 570 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-1 Cobra or AW119?
The AH-1 Cobra has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the AW119's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-1 Cobra or AW119?
The AH-1 Cobra has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,391 kg compared to the AW119's 2,850 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-1 Cobra or AW119?
The AH-1 Cobra is longer at 17.8 meters compared to the AW119's 12.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AH-1 Cobra or AW119?
The AH-1 Cobra is more expensive at approximately $13 million per unit compared to the AW119 at $3.1 million.
Which entered service first, the AH-1 Cobra or AW119?
The AH-1 Cobra entered service first in 1967, 33 years before the AW119 which entered service in 2000.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-1 Cobra or AW119?
The AH-1 Cobra has been produced in greater numbers with 1,116 units compared to 300 units of the AW119.