AH-1 Cobra vs UH-1N Twin Huey
Overview
The AH-1 Cobra and the UH-1N Twin Huey are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Bell respectively.
Top speed is 277 km/h for the AH-1 Cobra vs 240 km/h for the UH-1N Twin Huey. The AH-1 Cobra has an operational range of 570 km vs 459 km for the UH-1N Twin Huey. The AH-1 Cobra operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 5,300 m for the UH-1N Twin Huey.
The AH-1 Cobra first flew 4 years before the UH-1N Twin Huey (1965 vs 1969).
| 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 |
| American medium military utility helicopter, introduced in the late 20th century, widely used for tactical transport, search and rescue, and close air support. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 1 April 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1970 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 13.4 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 17.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 277 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 570 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,391 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 5,579 kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 671 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | 168.0 m² |
| Wingspan | 14.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 17.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 240 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 459 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,300 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,763 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 465 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AH-1 Cobra or UH-1N Twin Huey?
The AH-1 Cobra is faster with a maximum speed of 277 km/h compared to the UH-1N Twin Huey's 240 km/h, a difference of 37 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-1 Cobra or UH-1N Twin Huey?
The AH-1 Cobra has a longer range at 570 km compared to the UH-1N Twin Huey's 459 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-1 Cobra or UH-1N Twin Huey?
The AH-1 Cobra has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the UH-1N Twin Huey's 5,300 meters (17,388 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-1 Cobra or UH-1N Twin Huey?
The AH-1 Cobra has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,391 kg compared to the UH-1N Twin Huey's 4,763 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-1 Cobra or UH-1N Twin Huey?
The AH-1 Cobra is longer at 17.8 meters compared to the UH-1N Twin Huey's 17.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the AH-1 Cobra or UH-1N Twin Huey?
The AH-1 Cobra entered service first in 1967, 3 years before the UH-1N Twin Huey which entered service in 1970.