AH-1W Super Cobra vs EC665 Tiger
Overview
The AH-1W Super Cobra and the EC665 Tiger are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Eurocopter respectively.
Top speed is 350 km/h for the AH-1W Super Cobra vs 315 km/h for the EC665 Tiger. The AH-1W Super Cobra has an operational range of 587 km vs 800 km for the EC665 Tiger. The AH-1W Super Cobra operates at altitudes up to 3,700 m compared to 2,000 m for the EC665 Tiger.
The AH-1W Super Cobra has been produced in 222 units vs 180 for the EC665 Tiger.
| 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. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | -- |
| Year introduced | 1986 |
| Number produced | 222 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| German-French attack helicopter, primarily deployed in Afghanistan, Libya, and Mali for anti-armor, fire support, and reconnaissance missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Eurocopter |
| First flight | 27 April 1991 |
| Year introduced | 2002 |
| Number produced | 180 units |
| Average unit price | $36 million |
| Wing area | 140.7 m² |
| Wingspan | 13.9 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.2 m ◉ |
| Length | 17.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 350 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 587 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 3,700 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,690 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 4,627 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 630 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 4.5 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 15.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 315 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 800 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 2,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,100 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 4,200 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 479 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AH-1W Super Cobra or EC665 Tiger?
The AH-1W Super Cobra is faster with a maximum speed of 350 km/h compared to the EC665 Tiger's 315 km/h, a difference of 35 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-1W Super Cobra or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger has a longer range at 800 km compared to the AH-1W Super Cobra's 587 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-1W Super Cobra or EC665 Tiger?
The AH-1W Super Cobra has a higher service ceiling at 3,700 meters (12,139 ft) compared to the EC665 Tiger's 2,000 meters (6,561 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-1W Super Cobra or EC665 Tiger?
The AH-1W Super Cobra has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,690 kg compared to the EC665 Tiger's 6,100 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-1W Super Cobra or EC665 Tiger?
The AH-1W Super Cobra is longer at 17.7 meters compared to the EC665 Tiger's 15.8 meters.
Which entered service first, the AH-1W Super Cobra or EC665 Tiger?
The AH-1W Super Cobra entered service first in 1986, 16 years before the EC665 Tiger which entered service in 2002.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-1W Super Cobra or EC665 Tiger?
The AH-1W Super Cobra has been produced in greater numbers with 222 units compared to 180 units of the EC665 Tiger.