AW119 vs 505 Jet Ranger X

Italian utility helicopter, known for service with law enforcement and military units globally, designed in the late 20th century.
Picture of AW119
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
Canadian light helicopter, introduced in 2017, renowned for use in training, utility, and corporate transportation.
Picture of 505 Jet Ranger X
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Bell
First flight 11 November 2014
Year introduced 2017
Number produced 360 units
Average unit price $1.2 million
Height 3.6 m â—‰
Length 12.9 m â—‰
Operational range 954 km â—‰
Service ceiling 4,572 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,850 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,483 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 747 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of AgustaWestland AW119
Height 3.3 m â—‰
Length 13.0 m â—‰
Operational range 617 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,670 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,030 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,669 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 377 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of Bell 505 Jet Ranger X

Performance Radar Chart

Photo of 505 Jet Ranger X by Antoine Alacusos.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has longer range, the AW119 or 505 Jet Ranger X?
The AW119 has a longer range at 954 km compared to the 505 Jet Ranger X's 617 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW119 or 505 Jet Ranger X?
The 505 Jet Ranger X has a higher service ceiling at 5,670 meters (18,602 ft) compared to the AW119's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW119 or 505 Jet Ranger X?
The AW119 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,850 kg compared to the 505 Jet Ranger X's 2,030 kg.
Which is larger, the AW119 or 505 Jet Ranger X?
The 505 Jet Ranger X is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the AW119's 12.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AW119 or 505 Jet Ranger X?
The AW119 is more expensive at approximately $3.1 million per unit compared to the 505 Jet Ranger X at $1.2 million.
Which entered service first, the AW119 or 505 Jet Ranger X?
The AW119 entered service first in 2000, 17 years before the 505 Jet Ranger X which entered service in 2017.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW119 or 505 Jet Ranger X?
The 505 Jet Ranger X has been produced in greater numbers with 360 units compared to 300 units of the AW119.