AW139 vs Dhruv
| 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 |
| Indian utility helicopter, notable for extensive deployment in diverse Indian military and civil operations since the early 2000s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇳 India |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | HAL |
| First flight | 20 August 1992 |
| Year introduced | 2002 |
| Number produced | 335 units |
| Average unit price | $12 million |
| 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—‰ |
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| Height | 5.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 280 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 630 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,400 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,580 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,445 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 807 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Dhruv by Noel Reynolds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW139 or Dhruv?
The AW139 is faster with a maximum speed of 310 km/h compared to the Dhruv's 280 km/h, a difference of 30 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW139 or Dhruv?
The AW139 has a longer range at 1,061 km compared to the Dhruv's 630 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW139 or Dhruv?
The AW139 has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the Dhruv's 4,400 meters (14,435 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW139 or Dhruv?
The AW139 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,400 kg compared to the Dhruv's 5,580 kg.
Which is larger, the AW139 or Dhruv?
The Dhruv is longer at 15.9 meters compared to the AW139's 13.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AW139 or Dhruv?
The AW139 is more expensive at approximately $15 million per unit compared to the Dhruv at $12 million.
Which entered service first, the AW139 or Dhruv?
The Dhruv entered service first in 2002, 1 years before the AW139 which entered service in 2003.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW139 or Dhruv?
The AW139 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,100 units compared to 335 units of the Dhruv.