AW119 vs H120 / EC120 Colibri
The AW119 and the H120 / EC120 Colibri are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Airbus Helicopters respectively. Top speed is 282 km/h for the AW119 vs 278 km/h for the H120 / EC120 Colibri. The AW119 has an operational range of 954 km vs 727 km for the H120 / EC120 Colibri. The H120 / EC120 Colibri operates at altitudes up to 17,600 m compared to 4,572 m for the AW119. The AW119 has been produced in 300 units vs 700 for the H120 / EC120 Colibri.
| Italian utility helicopter, known for service with law enforcement and military units globally, designed in the late 20th century. | |
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| 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 |
| French light utility helicopter, notable for widespread civil use and law enforcement operations since the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| First flight | 9 June 1995 |
| Year introduced | 1998 |
| Number produced | 700 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| 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 â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,850 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,483 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 747 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 10.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 278 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 727 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 17,600 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 950 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 376 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW119 or H120 / EC120 Colibri?
The AW119 is faster with a maximum speed of 282 km/h compared to the H120 / EC120 Colibri's 278 km/h, a difference of 4 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW119 or H120 / EC120 Colibri?
The AW119 has a longer range at 954 km compared to the H120 / EC120 Colibri's 727 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW119 or H120 / EC120 Colibri?
The H120 / EC120 Colibri has a higher service ceiling at 17,600 meters (57,742 ft) compared to the AW119's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW119 or H120 / EC120 Colibri?
The AW119 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,850 kg compared to the H120 / EC120 Colibri's 1,700 kg.
Which is larger, the AW119 or H120 / EC120 Colibri?
The AW119 is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the H120 / EC120 Colibri's 11.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the AW119 or H120 / EC120 Colibri?
The H120 / EC120 Colibri entered service first in 1998, 2 years before the AW119 which entered service in 2000.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW119 or H120 / EC120 Colibri?
The H120 / EC120 Colibri has been produced in greater numbers with 700 units compared to 300 units of the AW119.