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.
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
American utility helicopter, essential in the Vietnam War, extensively employed for medevac, transport, and combat operations.
Bell UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" Helicopter profile drawing
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.