AW119 vs Bell 47

Overview

The AW119 and the Bell 47 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Bell respectively.

Top speed is 282 km/h for the AW119 vs 169 km/h for the Bell 47. The AW119 has an operational range of 954 km vs 396 km for the Bell 47. At 2,850 kg MTOW, the AW119 is 2.1x the Bell 47's 1,338 kg.

The AW119 has been produced in 300 units vs 5,600 for the Bell 47. The Bell 47 first flew 49 years before the AW119 (1946 vs 1995).

Italian utility helicopter, known for service with law enforcement and military units globally, designed in the late 20th century.
AgustaWestland AW119 Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer AgustaWestland
First flight 1 February 1995
Year introduced 2000
Number produced 300 units
Average unit price $3.1 million
American single-rotor light helicopter, developed in the mid-1940s and utilized for a wide range of civilian and military applications including reconnaissance and medical evacuation.
Bell Bell 47 Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Bell
First flight 1 January 1946
Year introduced 1946
Number produced 5600 units
Average unit price --
Wing area -- m²
Wingspan 10.8 m â—‰
Height 3.6 m â—‰
Length 12.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 282 km/h â—‰
Operational range 954 km â—‰
Service ceiling 4,572 m
Max. takeoff weight 2,850 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,483 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 747 kW â—‰
Wing area 100.8 m²
Wingspan 11.3 m â—‰
Height 2.8 m â—‰
Length 9.6 m â—‰
Maximum speed 169 km/h â—‰
Operational range 396 km â—‰
Service ceiling -- m
Max. takeoff weight 1,338 kg â—‰
Empty weight 859 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 210 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the AW119 or Bell 47?
The AW119 is faster with a maximum speed of 282 km/h compared to the Bell 47's 169 km/h, a difference of 113 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW119 or Bell 47?
The AW119 has a longer range at 954 km compared to the Bell 47's 396 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW119 or Bell 47?
The AW119 has a higher service ceiling at 4,572 meters (15,000 ft) compared to the Bell 47's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW119 or Bell 47?
The AW119 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,850 kg compared to the Bell 47's 1,338 kg.
Which is larger, the AW119 or Bell 47?
The AW119 is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the Bell 47's 9.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the AW119 or Bell 47?
The Bell 47 entered service first in 1946, 54 years before the AW119 which entered service in 2000.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW119 or Bell 47?
The Bell 47 has been produced in greater numbers with 5,600 units compared to 300 units of the AW119.