AS565 Panther vs WG-13 Lynx

Overview

The AS565 Panther and the WG-13 Lynx are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Airbus Helicopters and Westland respectively.

Top speed is 306 km/h for the AS565 Panther vs 300 km/h for the WG-13 Lynx. The AS565 Panther has an operational range of 827 km vs 528 km for the WG-13 Lynx. The AS565 Panther operates at altitudes up to 5,865 m compared to 3,200 m for the WG-13 Lynx.

Unit cost is $7M for the AS565 Panther vs $10M for the WG-13 Lynx. The WG-13 Lynx first flew 13 years before the AS565 Panther (1971 vs 1984).

French multipurpose military helicopter, used extensively in combat search and rescue, antisubmarine warfare, and transport tasks since the 1980s.
Airbus Helicopters AS565 Panther Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Airbus Helicopters
First flight 28 February 1984
Year introduced 1986
Number produced N/A
Average unit price $7 million
British multi-purpose military helicopter, notable for naval, combat, utility roles, significantly deployed in the Falklands War.
Westland WG-13 Lynx Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Westland
First flight 21 March 1971
Year introduced 1978
Number produced 450 units
Average unit price $10 million
Wing area 112.0 m²
Wingspan 11.9 m â—‰
Height 4.0 m â—‰
Length 13.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 306 km/h â—‰
Operational range 827 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,865 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 4,300 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,380 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 318 kW â—‰
Wing area -- m²
Wingspan 12.8 m â—‰
Height 3.6 m â—‰
Length 15.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 300 km/h â—‰
Operational range 528 km â—‰
Service ceiling 3,200 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 4,760 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,740 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 336 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the AS565 Panther or WG-13 Lynx?
The AS565 Panther is faster with a maximum speed of 306 km/h compared to the WG-13 Lynx's 300 km/h, a difference of 6 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AS565 Panther or WG-13 Lynx?
The AS565 Panther has a longer range at 827 km compared to the WG-13 Lynx's 528 km.
Which can fly higher, the AS565 Panther or WG-13 Lynx?
The AS565 Panther has a higher service ceiling at 5,865 meters (19,242 ft) compared to the WG-13 Lynx's 3,200 meters (10,498 ft).
Which is heavier, the AS565 Panther or WG-13 Lynx?
The WG-13 Lynx has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,760 kg compared to the AS565 Panther's 4,300 kg.
Which is larger, the AS565 Panther or WG-13 Lynx?
The WG-13 Lynx is longer at 15.0 meters compared to the AS565 Panther's 13.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AS565 Panther or WG-13 Lynx?
The WG-13 Lynx is more expensive at approximately $10 million per unit compared to the AS565 Panther at $7.0 million.
Which entered service first, the AS565 Panther or WG-13 Lynx?
The WG-13 Lynx entered service first in 1978, 8 years before the AS565 Panther which entered service in 1986.