AW149 vs H160M Guépard
Overview
The AW149 and the H160M Guépard are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Airbus Helicopters respectively.
Top speed is 310 km/h for the AW149 vs 325 km/h for the H160M Guépard. The AW149 has an operational range of 1,009 km vs 880 km for the H160M Guépard. The AW149 operates at altitudes up to 6,095 m compared to 5,900 m for the H160M Guépard.
The AW149 has been produced in 31 units vs 1 for the H160M Guépard. The AW149 first flew 6 years before the H160M Guépard (2009 vs 2015).
| Italian medium-lift military helicopter, developed in the 2000s, largely envisaged for troop transport and medical evacuation missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | AgustaWestland |
| First flight | 13 November 2009 |
| Year introduced | 2014 |
| Number produced | 31 units |
| Average unit price | $16 million |
| French multi-role helicopter, predominantly utilized for military services and receivied first deployment in 2021. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| First flight | 13 March 2015 |
| Year introduced | 2021 |
| Number produced | 1 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 14.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 17.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 310 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,009 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,095 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,600 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 4,720 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 738 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.4 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 12.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 325 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 880 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,900 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,670 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 4,240 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 478 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW149 or H160M Guépard?
The H160M Guépard is faster with a maximum speed of 325 km/h compared to the AW149's 310 km/h, a difference of 15 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW149 or H160M Guépard?
The AW149 has a longer range at 1,009 km compared to the H160M Guépard's 880 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW149 or H160M Guépard?
The AW149 has a higher service ceiling at 6,095 meters (19,996 ft) compared to the H160M Guépard's 5,900 meters (19,356 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW149 or H160M Guépard?
The AW149 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,600 kg compared to the H160M Guépard's 5,670 kg.
Which is larger, the AW149 or H160M Guépard?
The AW149 is longer at 17.6 meters compared to the H160M Guépard's 12.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the AW149 or H160M Guépard?
The AW149 entered service first in 2014, 7 years before the H160M Guépard which entered service in 2021.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW149 or H160M Guépard?
The AW149 has been produced in greater numbers with 31 units compared to 1 units of the H160M Guépard.