AH-1 Cobra vs UH-60 Black Hawk
The AH-1 Cobra and the UH-60 Black Hawk are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Sikorsky respectively. Top speed is 277 km/h for the AH-1 Cobra vs 294 km/h for the UH-60 Black Hawk. The AH-1 Cobra has an operational range of 570 km vs 590 km for the UH-60 Black Hawk. The AH-1 Cobra operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 5,791 m for the UH-60 Black Hawk. The AH-1 Cobra has been produced in 1,116 units vs 5,000 for the UH-60 Black Hawk. Unit cost is $13M for the AH-1 Cobra vs $21M for the UH-60 Black Hawk. The AH-1 Cobra first flew 9 years before the UH-60 Black Hawk (1965 vs 1974).
| 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 utility helicopter, renowned for service in Iraq and Afghanistan, extensively employed for troop transport and medical evacuation. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Sikorsky |
| First flight | 29 November 1974 |
| Year introduced | 1979 |
| Number produced | 5000 units |
| Average unit price | $21 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 | 16.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 19.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 294 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 590 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,791 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 10,659 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,819 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 604 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AH-1 Cobra or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk is faster with a maximum speed of 294 km/h compared to the AH-1 Cobra's 277 km/h, a difference of 17 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-1 Cobra or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk has a longer range at 590 km compared to the AH-1 Cobra's 570 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-1 Cobra or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The AH-1 Cobra has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the UH-60 Black Hawk's 5,791 meters (18,999 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-1 Cobra or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 10,659 kg compared to the AH-1 Cobra's 8,391 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-1 Cobra or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk is longer at 19.5 meters compared to the AH-1 Cobra's 17.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AH-1 Cobra or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk is more expensive at approximately $21 million per unit compared to the AH-1 Cobra at $13 million.
Which entered service first, the AH-1 Cobra or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The AH-1 Cobra entered service first in 1967, 12 years before the UH-60 Black Hawk which entered service in 1979.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-1 Cobra or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk has been produced in greater numbers with 5,000 units compared to 1,116 units of the AH-1 Cobra.