AH-6 Little Bird vs 206 JetRanger
Overview
The AH-6 Little Bird and the 206 JetRanger are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Boeing and Bell respectively.
Top speed is 282 km/h for the AH-6 Little Bird vs 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger. The AH-6 Little Bird has an operational range of 430 km vs 624 km for the 206 JetRanger. The AH-6 Little Bird operates at altitudes up to 4,877 m compared to 4,572 m for the 206 JetRanger.
The AH-6 Little Bird has been produced in 1,420 units vs 7,300 for the 206 JetRanger. Unit cost is $7.5M for the AH-6 Little Bird vs $1.3M for the 206 JetRanger. The AH-6 Little Bird first flew 3 years before the 206 JetRanger (1963 vs 1966).
| American light attack helicopter, best recognized for deployment in special operations during conflicts like the Iraq War. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| First flight | 27 February 1963 |
| Year introduced | 1980 |
| Number produced | 1420 units |
| Average unit price | $7.5 million |
| 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 |
| Wingspan | 8.4 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.6 m ◉ |
| Length | 9.2 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 282 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 430 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,877 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,610 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 896 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 239 kW ◉ |
| 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-6 Little Bird or 206 JetRanger?
The AH-6 Little Bird is faster with a maximum speed of 282 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 56 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-6 Little Bird or 206 JetRanger?
The 206 JetRanger has a longer range at 624 km compared to the AH-6 Little Bird's 430 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-6 Little Bird or 206 JetRanger?
The AH-6 Little Bird has a higher service ceiling at 4,877 meters (16,000 ft) compared to the 206 JetRanger's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-6 Little Bird or 206 JetRanger?
The 206 JetRanger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,495 kg compared to the AH-6 Little Bird's 1,610 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-6 Little Bird or 206 JetRanger?
The 206 JetRanger is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the AH-6 Little Bird's 9.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AH-6 Little Bird or 206 JetRanger?
The AH-6 Little Bird is more expensive at approximately $7.5 million per unit compared to the 206 JetRanger at $1.3 million.
Which entered service first, the AH-6 Little Bird or 206 JetRanger?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 13 years before the AH-6 Little Bird which entered service in 1980.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-6 Little Bird or 206 JetRanger?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 1,420 units of the AH-6 Little Bird.