AH-1W Super Cobra vs 206 JetRanger

Overview

The AH-1W Super Cobra and the 206 JetRanger are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Bell respectively.

Top speed is 350 km/h for the AH-1W Super Cobra vs 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger. The AH-1W Super Cobra has an operational range of 587 km vs 624 km for the 206 JetRanger. The 206 JetRanger operates at altitudes up to 4,572 m compared to 3,700 m for the AH-1W Super Cobra. At 6,690 kg MTOW, the AH-1W Super Cobra is 2.7x the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.

The AH-1W Super Cobra has been produced in 222 units vs 7,300 for the 206 JetRanger.

American twin-engined attack helicopter, developed in the late 20th century, primarily operated by the United States Marine Corps for close air support and anti-armor missions.
Bell AH-1W Super Cobra Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Bell
First flight --
Year introduced 1986
Number produced 222 units
Average unit price --
American light helicopter, well known for civilian, military, emergency medical services, and offshore oil support roles since the 1960s.
Bell 206 JetRanger Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Bell
First flight 10 January 1966
Year introduced 1967
Number produced 7300 units
Average unit price $1.3 million
Wing area 140.7 mΒ²
Wingspan 13.9 m β—‰
Height 4.2 m β—‰
Length 17.7 m β—‰
Maximum speed 350 km/h β—‰
Operational range 587 km β—‰
Service ceiling 3,700 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 6,690 kg β—‰
Empty weight 4,627 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 630 kW β—‰
Wing area -- mΒ²
Wingspan 10.2 m β—‰
Height 3.9 m β—‰
Length 12.9 m β—‰
Maximum speed 226 km/h β—‰
Operational range 624 km β—‰
Service ceiling 4,572 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,495 kg β—‰
Empty weight 1,737 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 485 kW β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the AH-1W Super Cobra or 206 JetRanger?
The AH-1W Super Cobra is faster with a maximum speed of 350 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 124 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-1W Super Cobra or 206 JetRanger?
The 206 JetRanger has a longer range at 624 km compared to the AH-1W Super Cobra's 587 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-1W Super Cobra or 206 JetRanger?
The 206 JetRanger has a higher service ceiling at 4,572 meters (15,000 ft) compared to the AH-1W Super Cobra's 3,700 meters (12,139 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-1W Super Cobra or 206 JetRanger?
The AH-1W Super Cobra has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,690 kg compared to the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-1W Super Cobra or 206 JetRanger?
The AH-1W Super Cobra is longer at 17.7 meters compared to the 206 JetRanger's 12.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the AH-1W Super Cobra or 206 JetRanger?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 19 years before the AH-1W Super Cobra which entered service in 1986.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-1W Super Cobra or 206 JetRanger?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 222 units of the AH-1W Super Cobra.