AH-1W Super Cobra vs AH-1Z Viper
Overview
The AH-1W Super Cobra and the AH-1Z Viper are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Bell respectively.
Top speed is 350 km/h for the AH-1W Super Cobra vs 411 km/h for the AH-1Z Viper. The AH-1W Super Cobra has an operational range of 587 km vs 690 km for the AH-1Z Viper. The AH-1Z Viper operates at altitudes up to 6,100 m compared to 3,700 m for the AH-1W Super Cobra.
The AH-1W Super Cobra has been produced in 222 units vs 195 for the AH-1Z Viper.
| 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 | -- |
| American twin-engine attack helicopter, developed in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, extensively deployed in expeditionary and maritime operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 8 December 2000 |
| Year introduced | 2010 |
| Number produced | 195 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 | 168.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 17.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 411 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 690 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,100 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,391 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 5,579 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 650 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AH-1W Super Cobra or AH-1Z Viper?
The AH-1Z Viper is faster with a maximum speed of 411 km/h compared to the AH-1W Super Cobra's 350 km/h, a difference of 61 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-1W Super Cobra or AH-1Z Viper?
The AH-1Z Viper has a longer range at 690 km compared to the AH-1W Super Cobra's 587 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-1W Super Cobra or AH-1Z Viper?
The AH-1Z Viper has a higher service ceiling at 6,100 meters (20,013 ft) compared to the AH-1W Super Cobra's 3,700 meters (12,139 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-1W Super Cobra or AH-1Z Viper?
The AH-1Z Viper has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,391 kg compared to the AH-1W Super Cobra's 6,690 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-1W Super Cobra or AH-1Z Viper?
The AH-1Z Viper is longer at 17.8 meters compared to the AH-1W Super Cobra's 17.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the AH-1W Super Cobra or AH-1Z Viper?
The AH-1W Super Cobra entered service first in 1986, 24 years before the AH-1Z Viper which entered service in 2010.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-1W Super Cobra or AH-1Z Viper?
The AH-1W Super Cobra has been produced in greater numbers with 222 units compared to 195 units of the AH-1Z Viper.