AW119 vs H125M / AS550 Fennec
The AW119 and the H125M / AS550 Fennec are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Aérospatiale respectively. Top speed is 282 km/h for the AW119 vs 260 km/h for the H125M / AS550 Fennec. The AW119 has an operational range of 954 km vs 720 km for the H125M / AS550 Fennec. The H125M / AS550 Fennec operates at altitudes up to 4,600 m compared to 4,572 m for the AW119. The AW119 has been produced in 300 units vs 531 for the H125M / AS550 Fennec. Unit cost is $3.1M for the AW119 vs $5M for the H125M / AS550 Fennec. The H125M / AS550 Fennec first flew 21 years before the AW119 (1974 vs 1995).
| 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 military variant helicopter, notable for service in Desert Storm and Afghanistan, widely employed for scouting and light attack roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Aérospatiale |
| First flight | 27 June 1974 |
| Year introduced | 1990 |
| Number produced | 531 units |
| Average unit price | $5 million |
| Wingspan | 10.8 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.6 m ◉ |
| Length | 12.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 282 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 954 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,572 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,850 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,483 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 747 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.9 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 10.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 260 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 720 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,600 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,250 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,174 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 632 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW119 or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The AW119 is faster with a maximum speed of 282 km/h compared to the H125M / AS550 Fennec's 260 km/h, a difference of 22 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW119 or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The AW119 has a longer range at 954 km compared to the H125M / AS550 Fennec's 720 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW119 or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The H125M / AS550 Fennec has a higher service ceiling at 4,600 meters (15,091 ft) compared to the AW119's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW119 or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The AW119 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,850 kg compared to the H125M / AS550 Fennec's 2,250 kg.
Which is larger, the AW119 or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The AW119 is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the H125M / AS550 Fennec's 10.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AW119 or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The H125M / AS550 Fennec is more expensive at approximately $5.0 million per unit compared to the AW119 at $3.1 million.
Which entered service first, the AW119 or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The H125M / AS550 Fennec entered service first in 1990, 10 years before the AW119 which entered service in 2000.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW119 or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The H125M / AS550 Fennec has been produced in greater numbers with 531 units compared to 300 units of the AW119.