AW159 vs UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"
The AW159 and the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Bell respectively. Top speed is 291 km/h for the AW159 vs 222 km/h for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The AW159 has an operational range of 777 km vs 510 km for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" operates at altitudes up to 5,910 m compared to 4,000 m for the AW159. The AW159 has been produced in 67 units vs 16,000 for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". Unit cost is $32M for the AW159 vs $1.3M for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" first flew 53 years before the AW159 (1956 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 utility helicopter, essential in the Vietnam War, extensively employed for medevac, transport, and combat operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 22 October 1956 |
| Year introduced | 1959 |
| Number produced | 16000 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 | 14.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 222 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 510 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,910 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,309 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,087 kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 820 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW159 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The AW159 is faster with a maximum speed of 291 km/h compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 222 km/h, a difference of 69 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW159 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The AW159 has a longer range at 777 km compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 510 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW159 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has a higher service ceiling at 5,910 meters (19,389 ft) compared to the AW159's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW159 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The AW159 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,000 kg compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 4,309 kg.
Which is larger, the AW159 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The AW159 is longer at 15.0 meters compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 12.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AW159 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The AW159 is more expensive at approximately $32 million per unit compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" at $1.3 million.
Which entered service first, the AW159 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" entered service first in 1959, 55 years before the AW159 which entered service in 2014.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW159 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has been produced in greater numbers with 16,000 units compared to 67 units of the AW159.