A129 Mangusta vs UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"
The A129 Mangusta and the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Agusta and Bell respectively. Top speed is 278 km/h for the A129 Mangusta vs 222 km/h for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The A129 Mangusta has an operational range of 510 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 4,724 m for the A129 Mangusta. The A129 Mangusta has been produced in 60 units vs 16,000 for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". Unit cost is $22M for the A129 Mangusta vs $1.3M for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" first flew 27 years before the A129 Mangusta (1956 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 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 | 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 | 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 A129 Mangusta or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The A129 Mangusta is faster with a maximum speed of 278 km/h compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 222 km/h, a difference of 56 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A129 Mangusta or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has a longer range at 510 km compared to the A129 Mangusta's 510 km.
Which can fly higher, the A129 Mangusta 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 A129 Mangusta's 4,724 meters (15,498 ft).
Which is heavier, the A129 Mangusta or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The A129 Mangusta has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,600 kg compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 4,309 kg.
Which is larger, the A129 Mangusta or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" is longer at 12.7 meters compared to the A129 Mangusta's 12.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A129 Mangusta or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The A129 Mangusta is more expensive at approximately $22 million per unit compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" at $1.3 million.
Which entered service first, the A129 Mangusta or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" entered service first in 1959, 31 years before the A129 Mangusta which entered service in 1990.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A129 Mangusta or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has been produced in greater numbers with 16,000 units compared to 60 units of the A129 Mangusta.