AW139 vs KUH-1 Surion
Overview
The AW139 and the KUH-1 Surion are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and KAI respectively.
Top speed is 310 km/h for the AW139 vs 270 km/h for the KUH-1 Surion. The AW139 has an operational range of 1,061 km vs 828 km for the KUH-1 Surion. The AW139 operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 3,048 m for the KUH-1 Surion.
The AW139 has been produced in 1,100 units vs 170 for the KUH-1 Surion. Unit cost is $15M for the AW139 vs $21M for the KUH-1 Surion. The AW139 first flew 9 years before the KUH-1 Surion (2001 vs 2010).
| 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 |
| South Korean utility helicopter, utilized mainly for troop transportation and medevac, active in military operations since 2013. | |
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| Origin country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | KAI |
| First flight | 10 March 2010 |
| Year introduced | 2013 |
| Number produced | 170 units |
| Average unit price | $21 million |
| 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 | 15.8 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 19.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 270 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 828 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 3,048 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,709 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 4,973 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 614 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW139 or KUH-1 Surion?
The AW139 is faster with a maximum speed of 310 km/h compared to the KUH-1 Surion's 270 km/h, a difference of 40 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW139 or KUH-1 Surion?
The AW139 has a longer range at 1,061 km compared to the KUH-1 Surion's 828 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW139 or KUH-1 Surion?
The AW139 has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the KUH-1 Surion's 3,048 meters (10,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW139 or KUH-1 Surion?
The KUH-1 Surion has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,709 kg compared to the AW139's 6,400 kg.
Which is larger, the AW139 or KUH-1 Surion?
The KUH-1 Surion is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the AW139's 13.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AW139 or KUH-1 Surion?
The KUH-1 Surion is more expensive at approximately $21 million per unit compared to the AW139 at $15 million.
Which entered service first, the AW139 or KUH-1 Surion?
The AW139 entered service first in 2003, 10 years before the KUH-1 Surion which entered service in 2013.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW139 or KUH-1 Surion?
The AW139 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,100 units compared to 170 units of the KUH-1 Surion.