AW609 vs H225M / EC725 Caracal
| Italian-American tiltrotor aircraft, designed for commercial and government purposes, with applications like search and rescue or offshore transport. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇹 Italy 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | AgustaWestland |
| First flight | 6 March 2003 |
| Year introduced | 2020 |
| Number produced | None units |
| Average unit price | $25 million |
| European long-range tactical transport military helicopter, featuring advanced avionics and systems, used for roles including troop transport and special operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| First flight | 27 November 2000 |
| Year introduced | 2005 |
| Number produced | 90 units |
| Average unit price | $70 million |
| Wingspan | 11.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 509 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,389 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,200 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,755 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,447 kW â—‰ |
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| Wingspan | 16.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 19.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 324 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 930 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,100 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 11,200 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 5,330 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,776 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW609 or H225M / EC725 Caracal?
The AW609 is faster with a maximum speed of 509 km/h compared to the H225M / EC725 Caracal's 324 km/h, a difference of 185 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW609 or H225M / EC725 Caracal?
The AW609 has a longer range at 1,389 km compared to the H225M / EC725 Caracal's 930 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW609 or H225M / EC725 Caracal?
The AW609 has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the H225M / EC725 Caracal's 6,100 meters (20,013 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW609 or H225M / EC725 Caracal?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 11,200 kg compared to the AW609's 8,200 kg.
Which is larger, the AW609 or H225M / EC725 Caracal?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal is longer at 19.5 meters compared to the AW609's 14.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AW609 or H225M / EC725 Caracal?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal is more expensive at approximately $70 million per unit compared to the AW609 at $25 million.
Which entered service first, the AW609 or H225M / EC725 Caracal?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal entered service first in 2005, 15 years before the AW609 which entered service in 2020.