AH-2 Rooivalk vs Oryx
Overview
The AH-2 Rooivalk and the Oryx are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Denel and Atlas respectively.
Top speed is 309 km/h for the AH-2 Rooivalk vs 306 km/h for the Oryx. The AH-2 Rooivalk has an operational range of 740 km vs 303 km for the Oryx. The Oryx operates at altitudes up to 7,162 m compared to 6,096 m for the AH-2 Rooivalk.
The AH-2 Rooivalk has been produced in 12 units vs 50 for the Oryx. The Oryx first flew 4 years before the AH-2 Rooivalk (1986 vs 1990).
| 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 |
| South African medium-sized utility helicopter, developed in the 1980s and introduced in the early 1990s, used primarily for transport, search and rescue, and peacekeeping operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Atlas |
| First flight | 1 January 1986 |
| Year introduced | 1987 |
| Number produced | 50 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 15.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.2 m ◉ |
| Length | 18.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 309 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 740 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,750 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 5,730 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 710 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | 191.0 m² |
| Wingspan | 15.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 15.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 306 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 303 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 7,162 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 3,600 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 700 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Oryx?
The AH-2 Rooivalk is faster with a maximum speed of 309 km/h compared to the Oryx's 306 km/h, a difference of 3 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Oryx?
The AH-2 Rooivalk has a longer range at 740 km compared to the Oryx's 303 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Oryx?
The Oryx has a higher service ceiling at 7,162 meters (23,497 ft) compared to the AH-2 Rooivalk's 6,096 meters (20,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Oryx?
The AH-2 Rooivalk has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,750 kg compared to the Oryx's 8,000 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Oryx?
The AH-2 Rooivalk is longer at 18.7 meters compared to the Oryx's 15.4 meters.
Which entered service first, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Oryx?
The Oryx entered service first in 1987, 24 years before the AH-2 Rooivalk which entered service in 2011.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-2 Rooivalk or Oryx?
The Oryx has been produced in greater numbers with 50 units compared to 12 units of the AH-2 Rooivalk.