AH-1Z Viper vs 206 JetRanger
Overview
The AH-1Z Viper and the 206 JetRanger are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Bell respectively.
Top speed is 411 km/h for the AH-1Z Viper vs 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger. The AH-1Z Viper has an operational range of 690 km vs 624 km for the 206 JetRanger. The AH-1Z Viper operates at altitudes up to 6,100 m compared to 4,572 m for the 206 JetRanger. At 8,391 kg MTOW, the AH-1Z Viper is 3.4x the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
The AH-1Z Viper has been produced in 195 units vs 7,300 for the 206 JetRanger. The 206 JetRanger first flew 34 years before the AH-1Z Viper (1966 vs 2000).
| 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 | -- |
| American light helicopter, well known for civilian, military, emergency medical services, and offshore oil support roles since the 1960s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 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 | 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 ◉ |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 10.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 12.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 226 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 624 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,572 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,495 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,737 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 485 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AH-1Z Viper or 206 JetRanger?
The AH-1Z Viper is faster with a maximum speed of 411 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 185 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-1Z Viper or 206 JetRanger?
The AH-1Z Viper has a longer range at 690 km compared to the 206 JetRanger's 624 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-1Z Viper or 206 JetRanger?
The AH-1Z Viper has a higher service ceiling at 6,100 meters (20,013 ft) compared to the 206 JetRanger's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-1Z Viper or 206 JetRanger?
The AH-1Z Viper has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,391 kg compared to the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-1Z Viper or 206 JetRanger?
The AH-1Z Viper is longer at 17.8 meters compared to the 206 JetRanger's 12.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the AH-1Z Viper or 206 JetRanger?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 43 years before the AH-1Z Viper which entered service in 2010.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-1Z Viper or 206 JetRanger?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 195 units of the AH-1Z Viper.