AW149 vs KUH-1 Surion
Overview
The AW149 and the KUH-1 Surion are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and KAI respectively.
Top speed is 310 km/h for the AW149 vs 270 km/h for the KUH-1 Surion. The AW149 has an operational range of 1,009 km vs 828 km for the KUH-1 Surion. The AW149 operates at altitudes up to 6,095 m compared to 3,048 m for the KUH-1 Surion.
The AW149 has been produced in 31 units vs 170 for the KUH-1 Surion. Unit cost is $16M for the AW149 vs $21M for the KUH-1 Surion. The AW149 first flew 1 years before the KUH-1 Surion (2009 vs 2010).
| 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 |
| 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 | 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 | 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 AW149 or KUH-1 Surion?
The AW149 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 AW149 or KUH-1 Surion?
The AW149 has a longer range at 1,009 km compared to the KUH-1 Surion's 828 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW149 or KUH-1 Surion?
The AW149 has a higher service ceiling at 6,095 meters (19,996 ft) compared to the KUH-1 Surion's 3,048 meters (10,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW149 or KUH-1 Surion?
The KUH-1 Surion has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,709 kg compared to the AW149's 8,600 kg.
Which is larger, the AW149 or KUH-1 Surion?
The KUH-1 Surion is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the AW149's 17.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AW149 or KUH-1 Surion?
The KUH-1 Surion is more expensive at approximately $21 million per unit compared to the AW149 at $16 million.
Which entered service first, the AW149 or KUH-1 Surion?
The KUH-1 Surion entered service first in 2013, 1 years before the AW149 which entered service in 2014.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW149 or KUH-1 Surion?
The KUH-1 Surion has been produced in greater numbers with 170 units compared to 31 units of the AW149.