AW119 vs MD-500
| 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 |
| American light helicopter, renowned during the Cold War era, predominantly deployed for law enforcement and utility applications. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Hughes |
| First flight | 28 January 1982 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 4700 units |
| Average unit price | $4 million |
| Height | 3.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 954 km |
| 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—‰ |
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| Height | 2.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 282 km/h |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 4,877 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,361 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 672 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 313 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW119 or MD-500?
The MD-500 is faster with a maximum speed of 282 km/h compared to the AW119's 0 km/h, a difference of 282 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW119 or MD-500?
The AW119 has a longer range at 954 km compared to the MD-500's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW119 or MD-500?
The MD-500 has a higher service ceiling at 4,877 meters (16,000 ft) compared to the AW119's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW119 or MD-500?
The AW119 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,850 kg compared to the MD-500's 1,361 kg.
Which is larger, the AW119 or MD-500?
The AW119 is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the MD-500's 9.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AW119 or MD-500?
The MD-500 is more expensive at approximately $4.0 million per unit compared to the AW119 at $3.1 million.
Which entered service first, the AW119 or MD-500?
The MD-500 entered service first in 1967, 33 years before the AW119 which entered service in 2000.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW119 or MD-500?
The MD-500 has been produced in greater numbers with 4,700 units compared to 300 units of the AW119.