AW139 vs Bell 47
Overview
The AW139 and the Bell 47 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Bell respectively.
Top speed is 310 km/h for the AW139 vs 169 km/h for the Bell 47. The AW139 has an operational range of 1,061 km vs 396 km for the Bell 47. At 6,400 kg MTOW, the AW139 is 4.8x the Bell 47's 1,338 kg.
The AW139 has been produced in 1,100 units vs 5,600 for the Bell 47. The Bell 47 first flew 55 years before the AW139 (1946 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 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 | 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 |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,400 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,622 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 571 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 AW139 or Bell 47?
The AW139 is faster with a maximum speed of 310 km/h compared to the Bell 47's 169 km/h, a difference of 141 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW139 or Bell 47?
The AW139 has a longer range at 1,061 km compared to the Bell 47's 396 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW139 or Bell 47?
The AW139 has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the Bell 47's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW139 or Bell 47?
The AW139 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,400 kg compared to the Bell 47's 1,338 kg.
Which is larger, the AW139 or Bell 47?
The AW139 is longer at 13.8 meters compared to the Bell 47's 9.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the AW139 or Bell 47?
The Bell 47 entered service first in 1946, 57 years before the AW139 which entered service in 2003.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW139 or Bell 47?
The Bell 47 has been produced in greater numbers with 5,600 units compared to 1,100 units of the AW139.