AH-1Z Viper vs EC665 Tiger
Overview
The AH-1Z Viper and the EC665 Tiger are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Eurocopter respectively.
Top speed is 411 km/h for the AH-1Z Viper vs 315 km/h for the EC665 Tiger. The AH-1Z Viper has an operational range of 690 km vs 800 km for the EC665 Tiger. The AH-1Z Viper operates at altitudes up to 6,100 m compared to 2,000 m for the EC665 Tiger.
The AH-1Z Viper has been produced in 195 units vs 180 for the EC665 Tiger. The EC665 Tiger first flew 9 years before the AH-1Z Viper (1991 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 | -- |
| 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 | 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 | 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-1Z Viper or EC665 Tiger?
The AH-1Z Viper is faster with a maximum speed of 411 km/h compared to the EC665 Tiger's 315 km/h, a difference of 96 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-1Z Viper or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger has a longer range at 800 km compared to the AH-1Z Viper's 690 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-1Z Viper or EC665 Tiger?
The AH-1Z Viper has a higher service ceiling at 6,100 meters (20,013 ft) compared to the EC665 Tiger's 2,000 meters (6,561 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-1Z Viper or EC665 Tiger?
The AH-1Z Viper has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,391 kg compared to the EC665 Tiger's 6,100 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-1Z Viper or EC665 Tiger?
The AH-1Z Viper is longer at 17.8 meters compared to the EC665 Tiger's 15.8 meters.
Which entered service first, the AH-1Z Viper or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger entered service first in 2002, 8 years before the AH-1Z Viper which entered service in 2010.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-1Z Viper or EC665 Tiger?
The AH-1Z Viper has been produced in greater numbers with 195 units compared to 180 units of the EC665 Tiger.