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AW149 vs AW249 Fenice

AgustaWestland AW149 military helicopters side profile drawing
🇬🇧🇮🇹 AW149
Leonardo AW249 Fenice military helicopters side profile drawing
🇮🇹 AW249 Fenice
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Specifications
AW149 AW249 Fenice
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom🇮🇹 Italy 🇮🇹 Italy
Category Military Helicopters Military Helicopters
Manufacturer AgustaWestland Leonardo
First flight 13 November 2009 12 August 2022
Year introduced 2014 --
Number produced 31 units N/A
Average unit price $16 million --
Wingspan 14.6 m 14.6 m
Height 5.1 m 4.3 m
Length 17.6 m 17.6 m
Maximum speed 310 km/h 287 km/h
Operational range 1,009 km 796 km
Service ceiling 6,095 m 6,096 m
Max. takeoff weight 8,600 kg 8,300 kg
Empty weight 4,720 kg -- kg
Total thrust 2 x 738 kW 2 x 934 kW
Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the AW149 or AW249 Fenice?
The AW149 is faster with a maximum speed of 310 km/h compared to the AW249 Fenice's 287 km/h, a difference of 23 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW149 or AW249 Fenice?
The AW149 has a longer range at 1,009 km compared to the AW249 Fenice's 796 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW149 or AW249 Fenice?
The AW249 Fenice has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the AW149's 6,095 meters (19,996 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW149 or AW249 Fenice?
The AW149 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,600 kg compared to the AW249 Fenice's 8,300 kg.
Which is larger, the AW149 or AW249 Fenice?
The AW249 Fenice is longer at 17.6 meters compared to the AW149's 17.6 meters.