A129 Mangusta vs MD-500
The A129 Mangusta and the MD-500 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Agusta and Hughes respectively. Top speed is 278 km/h for the A129 Mangusta vs 282 km/h for the MD-500. The A129 Mangusta has an operational range of 510 km vs 430 km for the MD-500. The MD-500 operates at altitudes up to 4,877 m compared to 4,724 m for the A129 Mangusta. At 4,600 kg MTOW, the A129 Mangusta is 3.4x the MD-500's 1,361 kg. The A129 Mangusta has been produced in 60 units vs 4,700 for the MD-500. Unit cost is $22M for the A129 Mangusta vs $4M for the MD-500. The MD-500 first flew 1 years before the A129 Mangusta (1982 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 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 |
| 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 â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,600 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,530 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 664 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 8.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 282 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 430 km â—‰ |
| 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 A129 Mangusta or MD-500?
The MD-500 is faster with a maximum speed of 282 km/h compared to the A129 Mangusta's 278 km/h, a difference of 4 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A129 Mangusta or MD-500?
The A129 Mangusta has a longer range at 510 km compared to the MD-500's 430 km.
Which can fly higher, the A129 Mangusta or MD-500?
The MD-500 has a higher service ceiling at 4,877 meters (16,000 ft) compared to the A129 Mangusta's 4,724 meters (15,498 ft).
Which is heavier, the A129 Mangusta or MD-500?
The A129 Mangusta has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,600 kg compared to the MD-500's 1,361 kg.
Which is larger, the A129 Mangusta or MD-500?
The A129 Mangusta is longer at 12.3 meters compared to the MD-500's 9.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A129 Mangusta or MD-500?
The A129 Mangusta is more expensive at approximately $22 million per unit compared to the MD-500 at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the A129 Mangusta or MD-500?
The MD-500 entered service first in 1967, 23 years before the A129 Mangusta which entered service in 1990.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A129 Mangusta or MD-500?
The MD-500 has been produced in greater numbers with 4,700 units compared to 60 units of the A129 Mangusta.