AH-2 Rooivalk vs AH-64 Apache
| South African attack helicopter, designed during the late 20th century, extensively deployed for peacekeeping missions in Africa. | |
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| Origin country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Denel |
| First flight | 15 January 1990 |
| Year introduced | 2011 |
| Number produced | 12 units |
| Average unit price | $40 million |
| American attack helicopter, developed during the Cold War, most famous for significant deployments in Gulf War and Afghanistan conflict. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| First flight | 30 September 1975 |
| Year introduced | 1984 |
| Number produced | 2400 units |
| Average unit price | $33 million |
| Wingspan | -- m |
| Height | 5.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 18.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 309 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 740 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,750 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 5,730 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,420 kW â—‰ |
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| Wingspan | 14.6 m |
| Height | 5.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 17.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 293 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 480 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,670 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 10,107 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 5,352 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,208 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of AH-2 Rooivalk by Anthony Noble.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AH-2 Rooivalk or AH-64 Apache?
The AH-2 Rooivalk is faster with a maximum speed of 309 km/h compared to the AH-64 Apache's 293 km/h, a difference of 16 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-2 Rooivalk or AH-64 Apache?
The AH-2 Rooivalk has a longer range at 740 km compared to the AH-64 Apache's 480 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-2 Rooivalk or AH-64 Apache?
The AH-2 Rooivalk has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the AH-64 Apache's 5,670 meters (18,602 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-2 Rooivalk or AH-64 Apache?
The AH-64 Apache has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 10,107 kg compared to the AH-2 Rooivalk's 8,750 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-2 Rooivalk or AH-64 Apache?
The AH-2 Rooivalk is longer at 18.7 meters compared to the AH-64 Apache's 17.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AH-2 Rooivalk or AH-64 Apache?
The AH-2 Rooivalk is more expensive at approximately $40 million per unit compared to the AH-64 Apache at $33 million.
Which entered service first, the AH-2 Rooivalk or AH-64 Apache?
The AH-64 Apache entered service first in 1984, 27 years before the AH-2 Rooivalk which entered service in 2011.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-2 Rooivalk or AH-64 Apache?
The AH-64 Apache has been produced in greater numbers with 2,400 units compared to 12 units of the AH-2 Rooivalk.