AW159 vs UH-60 Black Hawk
The AW159 and the UH-60 Black Hawk are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Sikorsky respectively. Top speed is 291 km/h for the AW159 vs 294 km/h for the UH-60 Black Hawk. The AW159 has an operational range of 777 km vs 590 km for the UH-60 Black Hawk. The UH-60 Black Hawk operates at altitudes up to 5,791 m compared to 4,000 m for the AW159. The AW159 has been produced in 67 units vs 5,000 for the UH-60 Black Hawk. Unit cost is $32M for the AW159 vs $21M for the UH-60 Black Hawk. The UH-60 Black Hawk first flew 35 years before the AW159 (1974 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, renowned for service in Iraq and Afghanistan, extensively employed for troop transport and medical evacuation. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Sikorsky |
| First flight | 29 November 1974 |
| Year introduced | 1979 |
| Number produced | 5000 units |
| Average unit price | $21 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 | 16.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 19.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 294 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 590 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,791 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 10,659 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,819 kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,208 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW159 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk is faster with a maximum speed of 294 km/h compared to the AW159's 291 km/h, a difference of 3 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW159 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The AW159 has a longer range at 777 km compared to the UH-60 Black Hawk's 590 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW159 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk has a higher service ceiling at 5,791 meters (18,999 ft) compared to the AW159's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW159 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 10,659 kg compared to the AW159's 6,000 kg.
Which is larger, the AW159 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk is longer at 19.5 meters compared to the AW159's 15.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AW159 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The AW159 is more expensive at approximately $32 million per unit compared to the UH-60 Black Hawk at $21 million.
Which entered service first, the AW159 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk entered service first in 1979, 35 years before the AW159 which entered service in 2014.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW159 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk has been produced in greater numbers with 5,000 units compared to 67 units of the AW159.