429 GlobalRanger vs UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"

The 429 GlobalRanger and the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Bell respectively. Top speed is 287 km/h for the 429 GlobalRanger vs 222 km/h for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The 429 GlobalRanger has an operational range of 720 km vs 510 km for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The 429 GlobalRanger operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 5,910 m for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The 429 GlobalRanger has been produced in 325 units vs 16,000 for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". Unit cost is $7.3M for the 429 GlobalRanger vs $1.3M for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" first flew 51 years before the 429 GlobalRanger (1956 vs 2007).

Canadian light utility helicopter, recognized for emergency medical, law enforcement, and corporate transport services since 2009.
Bell 429 GlobalRanger Helicopter profile drawing
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 utility helicopter, essential in the Vietnam War, extensively employed for medevac, transport, and combat operations.
Bell UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Bell
First flight 22 October 1956
Year introduced 1959
Number produced 16000 units
Average unit price $1.3 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 14.6 m â—‰
Height 4.5 m â—‰
Length 12.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 222 km/h â—‰
Operational range 510 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,910 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 4,309 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,087 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 820 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the 429 GlobalRanger or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The 429 GlobalRanger is faster with a maximum speed of 287 km/h compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 222 km/h, a difference of 65 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 429 GlobalRanger or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The 429 GlobalRanger has a longer range at 720 km compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 510 km.
Which can fly higher, the 429 GlobalRanger or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The 429 GlobalRanger has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 5,910 meters (19,389 ft).
Which is heavier, the 429 GlobalRanger or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,309 kg compared to the 429 GlobalRanger's 3,175 kg.
Which is larger, the 429 GlobalRanger or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" is longer at 12.7 meters compared to the 429 GlobalRanger's 12.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 429 GlobalRanger or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The 429 GlobalRanger is more expensive at approximately $7.3 million per unit compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" at $1.3 million.
Which entered service first, the 429 GlobalRanger or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" entered service first in 1959, 50 years before the 429 GlobalRanger which entered service in 2009.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 429 GlobalRanger or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has been produced in greater numbers with 16,000 units compared to 325 units of the 429 GlobalRanger.