A129 Mangusta vs Bell 47
Overview
The A129 Mangusta and the Bell 47 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Agusta and Bell respectively.
Top speed is 278 km/h for the A129 Mangusta vs 169 km/h for the Bell 47. The A129 Mangusta has an operational range of 510 km vs 396 km for the Bell 47. At 4,600 kg MTOW, the A129 Mangusta is 3.4x the Bell 47's 1,338 kg.
The A129 Mangusta has been produced in 60 units vs 5,600 for the Bell 47. The Bell 47 first flew 37 years before the A129 Mangusta (1946 vs 1983).
| Italian attack helicopter, designed in the 1980s, extensively deployed for reconnaissance, fire support, and anti-armour operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Agusta |
| First flight | 15 September 1983 |
| Year introduced | 1990 |
| Number produced | 60 units |
| Average unit price | $22 million |
| American single-rotor light helicopter, developed in the mid-1940s and utilized for a wide range of civilian and military applications including reconnaissance and medical evacuation. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 1 January 1946 |
| Year introduced | 1946 |
| Number produced | 5600 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 11.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 278 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 510 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,724 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,600 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,530 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 332 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 100.8 m² |
| Wingspan | 11.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 169 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 396 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,338 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 859 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 210 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A129 Mangusta or Bell 47?
The A129 Mangusta is faster with a maximum speed of 278 km/h compared to the Bell 47's 169 km/h, a difference of 109 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A129 Mangusta or Bell 47?
The A129 Mangusta has a longer range at 510 km compared to the Bell 47's 396 km.
Which can fly higher, the A129 Mangusta or Bell 47?
The A129 Mangusta has a higher service ceiling at 4,724 meters (15,498 ft) compared to the Bell 47's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the A129 Mangusta or Bell 47?
The A129 Mangusta has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,600 kg compared to the Bell 47's 1,338 kg.
Which is larger, the A129 Mangusta or Bell 47?
The A129 Mangusta is longer at 12.3 meters compared to the Bell 47's 9.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the A129 Mangusta or Bell 47?
The Bell 47 entered service first in 1946, 44 years before the A129 Mangusta which entered service in 1990.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A129 Mangusta or Bell 47?
The Bell 47 has been produced in greater numbers with 5,600 units compared to 60 units of the A129 Mangusta.