AW139 vs H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2
Overview
The AW139 and the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Airbus Helicopters respectively.
Top speed is 310 km/h for the AW139 vs 324 km/h for the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2. The AW139 has an operational range of 1,061 km vs 790 km for the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2. The AW139 operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 4,572 m for the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2.
The AW139 has been produced in 1,100 units vs 116 for the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2. The H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 first flew 4 years before the AW139 (1997 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 |
| French multi-role helicopter, modern variant known for its use in offshore transportation and emergency medical services globally. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| First flight | 17 June 1997 |
| Year introduced | 1999 |
| Number produced | 116 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 13.8 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 13.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 310 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,061 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,400 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 3,622 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 571 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 14.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 324 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 790 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,572 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,920 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2,618 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 357 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW139 or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 is faster with a maximum speed of 324 km/h compared to the AW139's 310 km/h, a difference of 14 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW139 or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The AW139 has a longer range at 1,061 km compared to the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2's 790 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW139 or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The AW139 has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW139 or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The AW139 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,400 kg compared to the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2's 4,920 kg.
Which is larger, the AW139 or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 is longer at 14.3 meters compared to the AW139's 13.8 meters.
Which entered service first, the AW139 or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 entered service first in 1999, 4 years before the AW139 which entered service in 2003.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW139 or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The AW139 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,100 units compared to 116 units of the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2.