AH-64 Apache vs UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"

Overview

The AH-64 Apache and the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Boeing and Bell respectively.

Top speed is 293 km/h for the AH-64 Apache vs 222 km/h for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The AH-64 Apache has an operational range of 480 km vs 510 km for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" operates at altitudes up to 5,910 m compared to 5,670 m for the AH-64 Apache. At 10,107 kg MTOW, the AH-64 Apache is 2.3x the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 4,309 kg.

The AH-64 Apache has been produced in 2,400 units vs 16,000 for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". Unit cost is $33M for the AH-64 Apache vs $1.3M for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" first flew 19 years before the AH-64 Apache (1956 vs 1975).

AH-64 Apache

American attack helicopter, developed during the Cold War, most famous for significant deployments in Gulf War and Afghanistan conflict.
Boeing AH-64 Apache Helicopter profile drawing
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
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UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"

American utility helicopter, essential in the Vietnam War, extensively employed for medevac, transport, and combat operations.
Bell UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Bell
First flight 22 October 1956
Year introduced 1959
Number produced 16000 units
Average unit price $1.3 million
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AH-64 Apache

Wingspan 14.6 m ◉
Height 5.0 m ◉
Length 17.7 m ◉
Maximum speed 293 km/h ◉
Operational range 480 km ◉
Service ceiling 5,670 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 10,107 kg ◉
Empty weight 5,352 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 604 kW ◉

UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"

Wingspan 14.6 m ◉
Height 4.5 m ◉
Length 12.7 m ◉
Maximum speed 222 km/h ◉
Operational range 510 km ◉
Service ceiling 5,910 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 4,309 kg ◉
Empty weight 2,087 kg ◉
Total thrust 1 x 820 kW ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the AH-64 Apache or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The AH-64 Apache is faster with a maximum speed of 293 km/h compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 222 km/h, a difference of 71 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-64 Apache or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has a longer range at 510 km compared to the AH-64 Apache's 480 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-64 Apache or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has a higher service ceiling at 5,910 meters (19,389 ft) compared to the AH-64 Apache's 5,670 meters (18,602 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-64 Apache or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The AH-64 Apache has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 10,107 kg compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 4,309 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-64 Apache or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The AH-64 Apache is longer at 17.7 meters compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 12.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AH-64 Apache or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The AH-64 Apache is more expensive at approximately $33 million per unit compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" at $1.3 million.
Which entered service first, the AH-64 Apache or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" entered service first in 1959, 25 years before the AH-64 Apache which entered service in 1984.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-64 Apache or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has been produced in greater numbers with 16,000 units compared to 2,400 units of the AH-64 Apache.

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