AH-1 Cobra vs Bell 214

Overview

The AH-1 Cobra and the Bell 214 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Bell respectively.

Top speed is 277 km/h for the AH-1 Cobra vs 259 km/h for the Bell 214. The AH-1 Cobra has an operational range of 570 km vs 411 km for the Bell 214. The AH-1 Cobra operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 5,000 m for the Bell 214.

The AH-1 Cobra has been produced in 1,116 units vs 405 for the Bell 214. The AH-1 Cobra first flew 5 years before the Bell 214 (1965 vs 1970).

American attack helicopter, distinguished for its service in the Vietnam War, designed for rapid frontline response and anti-armor operation.
Bell AH-1 Cobra military helicopters side profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Bell
First flight 7 September 1965
Year introduced 1967
Number produced 1116 units
Average unit price $13 million
American medium-lift helicopter, developed in the early 1970s, utilized for military transport and search and rescue operations.
Bell Bell 214 military helicopters side profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Bell
First flight 1 January 1970
Year introduced 1972
Number produced 405 units
Average unit price --
Wing area -- mΒ²
Wingspan 13.4 m β—‰
Height 4.4 m β—‰
Length 17.8 m β—‰
Maximum speed 277 km/h β—‰
Operational range 570 km β—‰
Service ceiling 6,096 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 8,391 kg β—‰
Empty weight 5,579 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 671 kW β—‰
Wing area 182.4 mΒ²
Wingspan 15.0 m β—‰
Height 3.9 m β—‰
Length 14.6 m β—‰
Maximum speed 259 km/h β—‰
Operational range 411 km β—‰
Service ceiling 5,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 6,804 kg β—‰
Empty weight 3,442 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 2,180 kW β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the AH-1 Cobra or Bell 214?
The AH-1 Cobra is faster with a maximum speed of 277 km/h compared to the Bell 214's 259 km/h, a difference of 18 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-1 Cobra or Bell 214?
The AH-1 Cobra has a longer range at 570 km compared to the Bell 214's 411 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-1 Cobra or Bell 214?
The AH-1 Cobra has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the Bell 214's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-1 Cobra or Bell 214?
The AH-1 Cobra has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,391 kg compared to the Bell 214's 6,804 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-1 Cobra or Bell 214?
The AH-1 Cobra is longer at 17.8 meters compared to the Bell 214's 14.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the AH-1 Cobra or Bell 214?
The AH-1 Cobra entered service first in 1967, 5 years before the Bell 214 which entered service in 1972.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-1 Cobra or Bell 214?
The AH-1 Cobra has been produced in greater numbers with 1,116 units compared to 405 units of the Bell 214.