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.
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
French military variant helicopter, notable for service in Desert Storm and Afghanistan, widely employed for scouting and light attack roles.
Aérospatiale H125M / AS550 Fennec Helicopter profile drawing
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.