AS565 Panther vs MD-500
The AS565 Panther and the MD-500 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Airbus Helicopters and Hughes respectively. Top speed is 306 km/h for the AS565 Panther vs 282 km/h for the MD-500. The AS565 Panther has an operational range of 827 km vs 430 km for the MD-500. The AS565 Panther operates at altitudes up to 5,865 m compared to 4,877 m for the MD-500. At 4,300 kg MTOW, the AS565 Panther is 3.2x the MD-500's 1,361 kg. Unit cost is $7M for the AS565 Panther vs $4M for the MD-500. The MD-500 first flew 2 years before the AS565 Panther (1982 vs 1984).
| French multipurpose military helicopter, used extensively in combat search and rescue, antisubmarine warfare, and transport tasks since the 1980s. | |
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| 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 |
| American light helicopter, renowned during the Cold War era, predominantly deployed for law enforcement and utility applications. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Hughes |
| First flight | 28 January 1982 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 4700 units |
| Average unit price | $4 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 635 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 8.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 282 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 430 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,877 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,361 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 672 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 313 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AS565 Panther or MD-500?
The AS565 Panther is faster with a maximum speed of 306 km/h compared to the MD-500's 282 km/h, a difference of 24 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AS565 Panther or MD-500?
The AS565 Panther has a longer range at 827 km compared to the MD-500's 430 km.
Which can fly higher, the AS565 Panther or MD-500?
The AS565 Panther has a higher service ceiling at 5,865 meters (19,242 ft) compared to the MD-500's 4,877 meters (16,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the AS565 Panther or MD-500?
The AS565 Panther has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,300 kg compared to the MD-500's 1,361 kg.
Which is larger, the AS565 Panther or MD-500?
The AS565 Panther is longer at 13.7 meters compared to the MD-500's 9.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AS565 Panther or MD-500?
The AS565 Panther is more expensive at approximately $7.0 million per unit compared to the MD-500 at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the AS565 Panther or MD-500?
The MD-500 entered service first in 1967, 19 years before the AS565 Panther which entered service in 1986.