429 GlobalRanger vs MD-900
Overview
The 429 GlobalRanger and the MD-900 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and MD Helicopters respectively.
Top speed is 287 km/h for the 429 GlobalRanger vs 259 km/h for the MD-900. The 429 GlobalRanger has an operational range of 720 km vs 543 km for the MD-900. The 429 GlobalRanger operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 5,334 m for the MD-900.
The 429 GlobalRanger has been produced in 325 units vs 5 for the MD-900. The MD-900 first flew 15 years before the 429 GlobalRanger (1992 vs 2007).
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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 |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | MD Helicopters |
| First flight | 18 December 1992 |
| Year introduced | 1994 |
| Number produced | 5 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 11.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 12.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 287 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 720 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,175 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,925 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 233 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.3 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 9.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 259 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 543 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,334 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,835 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,531 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 205 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 429 GlobalRanger or MD-900?
The 429 GlobalRanger is faster with a maximum speed of 287 km/h compared to the MD-900's 259 km/h, a difference of 28 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 429 GlobalRanger or MD-900?
The 429 GlobalRanger has a longer range at 720 km compared to the MD-900's 543 km.
Which can fly higher, the 429 GlobalRanger or MD-900?
The 429 GlobalRanger has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the MD-900's 5,334 meters (17,500 ft).
Which is heavier, the 429 GlobalRanger or MD-900?
The 429 GlobalRanger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,175 kg compared to the MD-900's 2,835 kg.
Which is larger, the 429 GlobalRanger or MD-900?
The 429 GlobalRanger is longer at 12.7 meters compared to the MD-900's 9.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the 429 GlobalRanger or MD-900?
The MD-900 entered service first in 1994, 15 years before the 429 GlobalRanger which entered service in 2009.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 429 GlobalRanger or MD-900?
The 429 GlobalRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 325 units compared to 5 units of the MD-900.