AW159 vs SH-2 Seasprite
Overview
The AW159 and the SH-2 Seasprite are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Kaman respectively.
Top speed is 291 km/h for the AW159 vs 256 km/h for the SH-2 Seasprite. The AW159 has an operational range of 777 km vs 680 km for the SH-2 Seasprite. The SH-2 Seasprite operates at altitudes up to 5,486 m compared to 4,000 m for the AW159.
The AW159 has been produced in 67 units vs 184 for the SH-2 Seasprite. Unit cost is $32M for the AW159 vs $1.2M for the SH-2 Seasprite. The SH-2 Seasprite first flew 50 years before the AW159 (1959 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 multi-purpose helicopter, known for major deployments during the Vietnam and Falklands Wars, particularly in anti-submarine warfare roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Kaman |
| First flight | 2 July 1959 |
| Year introduced | 1962 |
| Number produced | 184 units |
| Average unit price | $1.2 million |
| Wingspan | 12.8 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 15.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 291 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 777 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,000 kg |
| Empty weight | 3,300 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 508 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.4 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.6 m ◉ |
| Length | 16.1 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 256 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 680 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,486 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | 4,173 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 671 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW159 or SH-2 Seasprite?
The AW159 is faster with a maximum speed of 291 km/h compared to the SH-2 Seasprite's 256 km/h, a difference of 35 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW159 or SH-2 Seasprite?
The AW159 has a longer range at 777 km compared to the SH-2 Seasprite's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW159 or SH-2 Seasprite?
The SH-2 Seasprite has a higher service ceiling at 5,486 meters (17,998 ft) compared to the AW159's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW159 or SH-2 Seasprite?
The AW159 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,000 kg compared to the SH-2 Seasprite's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the AW159 or SH-2 Seasprite?
The SH-2 Seasprite is longer at 16.1 meters compared to the AW159's 15.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AW159 or SH-2 Seasprite?
The AW159 is more expensive at approximately $32 million per unit compared to the SH-2 Seasprite at $1.2 million.
Which entered service first, the AW159 or SH-2 Seasprite?
The SH-2 Seasprite entered service first in 1962, 52 years before the AW159 which entered service in 2014.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW159 or SH-2 Seasprite?
The SH-2 Seasprite has been produced in greater numbers with 184 units compared to 67 units of the AW159.