AW159 vs VH-60 White Hawk
The AW159 and the VH-60 White Hawk are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Sikorsky respectively. Top speed is 291 km/h for the AW159 vs 257 km/h for the VH-60 White Hawk. The AW159 has an operational range of 777 km vs 2,200 km for the VH-60 White Hawk. The VH-60 White Hawk operates at altitudes up to 5,790 m compared to 4,000 m for the AW159. The AW159 has been produced in 67 units vs 9 for the VH-60 White Hawk. Unit cost is $32M for the AW159 vs $30M for the VH-60 White Hawk. The VH-60 White 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 presidential transport helicopter, recognized for service from the late 20th century to the present, laden with advanced security systems. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Sikorsky |
| First flight | 29 November 1974 |
| Year introduced | 1989 |
| Number produced | 9 units |
| Average unit price | $30 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 | 16.4 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 19.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 257 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,200 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,790 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 10,660 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 6,850 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 630 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW159 or VH-60 White Hawk?
The AW159 is faster with a maximum speed of 291 km/h compared to the VH-60 White Hawk's 257 km/h, a difference of 34 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW159 or VH-60 White Hawk?
The VH-60 White Hawk has a longer range at 2,200 km compared to the AW159's 777 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW159 or VH-60 White Hawk?
The VH-60 White Hawk has a higher service ceiling at 5,790 meters (18,996 ft) compared to the AW159's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW159 or VH-60 White Hawk?
The VH-60 White Hawk has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 10,660 kg compared to the AW159's 6,000 kg.
Which is larger, the AW159 or VH-60 White Hawk?
The VH-60 White Hawk is longer at 19.6 meters compared to the AW159's 15.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AW159 or VH-60 White Hawk?
The AW159 is more expensive at approximately $32 million per unit compared to the VH-60 White Hawk at $30 million.
Which entered service first, the AW159 or VH-60 White Hawk?
The VH-60 White Hawk entered service first in 1989, 25 years before the AW159 which entered service in 2014.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW159 or VH-60 White Hawk?
The AW159 has been produced in greater numbers with 67 units compared to 9 units of the VH-60 White Hawk.