AW109 vs 206 JetRanger
The AW109 and the 206 JetRanger are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Bell respectively. Top speed is 311 km/h for the AW109 vs 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger. The AW109 has an operational range of 932 km vs 624 km for the 206 JetRanger. The AW109 operates at altitudes up to 6,000 m compared to 4,572 m for the 206 JetRanger. The AW109 has been produced in 124 units vs 7,300 for the 206 JetRanger. Unit cost is $8M for the AW109 vs $1.3M for the 206 JetRanger. The 206 JetRanger first flew 5 years before the AW109 (1966 vs 1971).
| Italian multipurpose helicopter, notable for its use in law enforcement, air ambulance and military roles since the late 1970s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | AgustaWestland |
| First flight | 4 August 1971 |
| Year introduced | 1976 |
| Number produced | 124 units |
| Average unit price | $8 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 | 11.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 311 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 932 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 426 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 10.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 226 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 624 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,572 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,495 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,737 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 485 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW109 or 206 JetRanger?
The AW109 is faster with a maximum speed of 311 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 85 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW109 or 206 JetRanger?
The AW109 has a longer range at 932 km compared to the 206 JetRanger's 624 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW109 or 206 JetRanger?
The AW109 has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the 206 JetRanger's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW109 or 206 JetRanger?
The AW109 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,000 kg compared to the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
Which is larger, the AW109 or 206 JetRanger?
The AW109 is longer at 13.0 meters compared to the 206 JetRanger's 12.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AW109 or 206 JetRanger?
The AW109 is more expensive at approximately $8.0 million per unit compared to the 206 JetRanger at $1.3 million.
Which entered service first, the AW109 or 206 JetRanger?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 9 years before the AW109 which entered service in 1976.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW109 or 206 JetRanger?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 124 units of the AW109.