429 GlobalRanger vs MD-500
The 429 GlobalRanger and the MD-500 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Hughes respectively. Top speed is 287 km/h for the 429 GlobalRanger vs 282 km/h for the MD-500. The 429 GlobalRanger has an operational range of 720 km vs 430 km for the MD-500. The 429 GlobalRanger operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 4,877 m for the MD-500. At 3,175 kg MTOW, the 429 GlobalRanger is 2.3x the MD-500's 1,361 kg. The 429 GlobalRanger has been produced in 325 units vs 4,700 for the MD-500. Unit cost is $7.3M for the 429 GlobalRanger vs $4M for the MD-500. The MD-500 first flew 25 years before the 429 GlobalRanger (1982 vs 2007).
| Canadian light utility helicopter, recognized for emergency medical, law enforcement, and corporate transport services since 2009. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 27 February 2007 |
| Year introduced | 2009 |
| Number produced | 325 units |
| Average unit price | $7.3 million |
| American light helicopter, renowned during the Cold War era, predominantly deployed for law enforcement and utility applications. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Hughes |
| First flight | 28 January 1982 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 4700 units |
| Average unit price | $4 million |
| Wingspan | 11.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 287 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 720 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,175 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,925 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 466 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 8.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 282 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 430 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,877 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,361 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 672 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 313 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 429 GlobalRanger or MD-500?
The 429 GlobalRanger is faster with a maximum speed of 287 km/h compared to the MD-500's 282 km/h, a difference of 5 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 429 GlobalRanger or MD-500?
The 429 GlobalRanger has a longer range at 720 km compared to the MD-500's 430 km.
Which can fly higher, the 429 GlobalRanger or MD-500?
The 429 GlobalRanger has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the MD-500's 4,877 meters (16,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 429 GlobalRanger or MD-500?
The 429 GlobalRanger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,175 kg compared to the MD-500's 1,361 kg.
Which is larger, the 429 GlobalRanger or MD-500?
The 429 GlobalRanger is longer at 12.7 meters compared to the MD-500's 9.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 429 GlobalRanger or MD-500?
The 429 GlobalRanger is more expensive at approximately $7.3 million per unit compared to the MD-500 at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the 429 GlobalRanger or MD-500?
The MD-500 entered service first in 1967, 42 years before the 429 GlobalRanger which entered service in 2009.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 429 GlobalRanger or MD-500?
The MD-500 has been produced in greater numbers with 4,700 units compared to 325 units of the 429 GlobalRanger.