AW159 vs Bell 47
Overview
The AW159 and the Bell 47 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Bell respectively.
Top speed is 291 km/h for the AW159 vs 169 km/h for the Bell 47. The AW159 has an operational range of 777 km vs 396 km for the Bell 47. At 6,000 kg MTOW, the AW159 is 4.5x the Bell 47's 1,338 kg.
The AW159 has been produced in 67 units vs 5,600 for the Bell 47. The Bell 47 first flew 63 years before the AW159 (1946 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 single-rotor light helicopter, developed in the mid-1940s and utilized for a wide range of civilian and military applications including reconnaissance and medical evacuation. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 1 January 1946 |
| Year introduced | 1946 |
| Number produced | 5600 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| 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 |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,300 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 508 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | 100.8 m² |
| Wingspan | 11.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 169 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 396 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,338 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 859 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 210 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW159 or Bell 47?
The AW159 is faster with a maximum speed of 291 km/h compared to the Bell 47's 169 km/h, a difference of 122 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW159 or Bell 47?
The AW159 has a longer range at 777 km compared to the Bell 47's 396 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW159 or Bell 47?
The AW159 has a higher service ceiling at 4,000 meters (13,123 ft) compared to the Bell 47's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW159 or Bell 47?
The AW159 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,000 kg compared to the Bell 47's 1,338 kg.
Which is larger, the AW159 or Bell 47?
The AW159 is longer at 15.0 meters compared to the Bell 47's 9.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the AW159 or Bell 47?
The Bell 47 entered service first in 1946, 68 years before the AW159 which entered service in 2014.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW159 or Bell 47?
The Bell 47 has been produced in greater numbers with 5,600 units compared to 67 units of the AW159.