AW109 vs WG-13 Lynx
| 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 |
| British multi-purpose military helicopter, notable for naval, combat, utility roles, significantly deployed in the Falklands War. | |
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| 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 |
| Height | 3.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 311 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 932 km |
| Service ceiling | 6,000 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 426 kW â—‰ |
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| Height | 3.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 300 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,760 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,740 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 671 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW109 or WG-13 Lynx?
The AW109 is faster with a maximum speed of 311 km/h compared to the WG-13 Lynx's 300 km/h, a difference of 11 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW109 or WG-13 Lynx?
The AW109 has a longer range at 932 km compared to the WG-13 Lynx's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW109 or WG-13 Lynx?
The AW109 has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the WG-13 Lynx's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW109 or WG-13 Lynx?
The WG-13 Lynx has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,760 kg compared to the AW109's 3,000 kg.
Which is larger, the AW109 or WG-13 Lynx?
The WG-13 Lynx is longer at 15.0 meters compared to the AW109's 13.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AW109 or WG-13 Lynx?
The WG-13 Lynx is more expensive at approximately $10 million per unit compared to the AW109 at $8.0 million.
Which entered service first, the AW109 or WG-13 Lynx?
The AW109 entered service first in 1976, 2 years before the WG-13 Lynx which entered service in 1978.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW109 or WG-13 Lynx?
The WG-13 Lynx has been produced in greater numbers with 450 units compared to 124 units of the AW109.