AW119 vs UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"
The AW119 and the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Bell respectively. Top speed is 282 km/h for the AW119 vs 222 km/h for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The AW119 has an operational range of 954 km vs 510 km for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" operates at altitudes up to 5,910 m compared to 4,572 m for the AW119. The AW119 has been produced in 300 units vs 16,000 for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". Unit cost is $3.1M for the AW119 vs $1.3M for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" first flew 39 years before the AW119 (1956 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 |
| American utility helicopter, essential in the Vietnam War, extensively employed for medevac, transport, and combat operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 22 October 1956 |
| Year introduced | 1959 |
| Number produced | 16000 units |
| Average unit price | $1.3 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 | 14.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 222 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 510 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,910 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,309 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,087 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 820 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW119 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The AW119 is faster with a maximum speed of 282 km/h compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 222 km/h, a difference of 60 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW119 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The AW119 has a longer range at 954 km compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 510 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW119 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has a higher service ceiling at 5,910 meters (19,389 ft) compared to the AW119's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW119 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,309 kg compared to the AW119's 2,850 kg.
Which is larger, the AW119 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The AW119 is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 12.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AW119 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The AW119 is more expensive at approximately $3.1 million per unit compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" at $1.3 million.
Which entered service first, the AW119 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" entered service first in 1959, 41 years before the AW119 which entered service in 2000.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW119 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has been produced in greater numbers with 16,000 units compared to 300 units of the AW119.