AW139 vs 206 JetRanger
The AW139 and the 206 JetRanger are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Bell respectively. Top speed is 310 km/h for the AW139 vs 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger. The AW139 has an operational range of 1,061 km vs 624 km for the 206 JetRanger. The AW139 operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 4,572 m for the 206 JetRanger. At 6,400 kg MTOW, the AW139 is 2.6x the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg. The AW139 has been produced in 1,100 units vs 7,300 for the 206 JetRanger. Unit cost is $15M for the AW139 vs $1.3M for the 206 JetRanger. The 206 JetRanger first flew 35 years before the AW139 (1966 vs 2001).
| Italian multi-purpose helicopter, highly significant in SAR, EMS, offshore transportation, law enforcement roles, since its introduction in 2003. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | AgustaWestland |
| First flight | 3 February 2001 |
| Year introduced | 2003 |
| Number produced | 1100 units |
| Average unit price | $15 million |
| American light helicopter, well known for civilian, military, emergency medical services, and offshore oil support roles since the 1960s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 10 January 1966 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 7300 units |
| Average unit price | $1.3 million |
| Wingspan | 13.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 310 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,061 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,400 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,622 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,141 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 10.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 226 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 624 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,572 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,495 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,737 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 485 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW139 or 206 JetRanger?
The AW139 is faster with a maximum speed of 310 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 84 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW139 or 206 JetRanger?
The AW139 has a longer range at 1,061 km compared to the 206 JetRanger's 624 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW139 or 206 JetRanger?
The AW139 has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the 206 JetRanger's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW139 or 206 JetRanger?
The AW139 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,400 kg compared to the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
Which is larger, the AW139 or 206 JetRanger?
The AW139 is longer at 13.8 meters compared to the 206 JetRanger's 12.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AW139 or 206 JetRanger?
The AW139 is more expensive at approximately $15 million per unit compared to the 206 JetRanger at $1.3 million.
Which entered service first, the AW139 or 206 JetRanger?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 36 years before the AW139 which entered service in 2003.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW139 or 206 JetRanger?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 1,100 units of the AW139.