AW159 vs 206 JetRanger
The AW159 and the 206 JetRanger are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Bell respectively. Top speed is 291 km/h for the AW159 vs 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger. The AW159 has an operational range of 777 km vs 624 km for the 206 JetRanger. The 206 JetRanger operates at altitudes up to 4,572 m compared to 4,000 m for the AW159. At 6,000 kg MTOW, the AW159 is 2.4x the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg. The AW159 has been produced in 67 units vs 7,300 for the 206 JetRanger. Unit cost is $32M for the AW159 vs $1.3M for the 206 JetRanger. The 206 JetRanger first flew 43 years before the AW159 (1966 vs 2009).
| British multi-role helicopter, deployed for battlefield utility, search and rescue, and anti-submarine warfare since modern warfare era. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | AgustaWestland |
| First flight | 12 November 2009 |
| Year introduced | 2014 |
| Number produced | 67 units |
| Average unit price | $32 million |
| American light helicopter, well known for civilian, military, emergency medical services, and offshore oil support roles since the 1960s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 10 January 1966 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 7300 units |
| Average unit price | $1.3 million |
| Wingspan | 12.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 291 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 777 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,015 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 10.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 226 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 624 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,572 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,495 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,737 kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 485 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW159 or 206 JetRanger?
The AW159 is faster with a maximum speed of 291 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 65 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW159 or 206 JetRanger?
The AW159 has a longer range at 777 km compared to the 206 JetRanger's 624 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW159 or 206 JetRanger?
The 206 JetRanger has a higher service ceiling at 4,572 meters (15,000 ft) compared to the AW159's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW159 or 206 JetRanger?
The AW159 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,000 kg compared to the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
Which is larger, the AW159 or 206 JetRanger?
The AW159 is longer at 15.0 meters compared to the 206 JetRanger's 12.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AW159 or 206 JetRanger?
The AW159 is more expensive at approximately $32 million per unit compared to the 206 JetRanger at $1.3 million.
Which entered service first, the AW159 or 206 JetRanger?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 47 years before the AW159 which entered service in 2014.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW159 or 206 JetRanger?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 67 units of the AW159.