AH-2 Rooivalk vs UH-60 Black Hawk
The AH-2 Rooivalk and the UH-60 Black Hawk are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Denel and Sikorsky respectively. Top speed is 309 km/h for the AH-2 Rooivalk vs 294 km/h for the UH-60 Black Hawk. The AH-2 Rooivalk has an operational range of 740 km vs 590 km for the UH-60 Black Hawk. The AH-2 Rooivalk operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 5,791 m for the UH-60 Black Hawk. The AH-2 Rooivalk has been produced in 12 units vs 5,000 for the UH-60 Black Hawk. Unit cost is $40M for the AH-2 Rooivalk vs $21M for the UH-60 Black Hawk. The UH-60 Black Hawk first flew 16 years before the AH-2 Rooivalk (1974 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 |
| American utility helicopter, renowned for service in Iraq and Afghanistan, extensively employed for troop transport and medical evacuation. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Sikorsky |
| First flight | 29 November 1974 |
| Year introduced | 1979 |
| Number produced | 5000 units |
| Average unit price | $21 million |
| Wingspan | 15.6 m â—‰ |
| 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—‰ |
| Wingspan | 16.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 19.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 294 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 590 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,791 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 10,659 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,819 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,208 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AH-2 Rooivalk or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The AH-2 Rooivalk is faster with a maximum speed of 309 km/h compared to the UH-60 Black Hawk's 294 km/h, a difference of 15 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-2 Rooivalk or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The AH-2 Rooivalk has a longer range at 740 km compared to the UH-60 Black Hawk's 590 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-2 Rooivalk or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The AH-2 Rooivalk has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the UH-60 Black Hawk's 5,791 meters (18,999 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-2 Rooivalk or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 10,659 kg compared to the AH-2 Rooivalk's 8,750 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-2 Rooivalk or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk is longer at 19.5 meters compared to the AH-2 Rooivalk's 18.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AH-2 Rooivalk or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The AH-2 Rooivalk is more expensive at approximately $40 million per unit compared to the UH-60 Black Hawk at $21 million.
Which entered service first, the AH-2 Rooivalk or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk entered service first in 1979, 32 years before the AH-2 Rooivalk which entered service in 2011.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-2 Rooivalk or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk has been produced in greater numbers with 5,000 units compared to 12 units of the AH-2 Rooivalk.