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).
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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 | 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.