429 GlobalRanger vs UH-60 Black Hawk
The 429 GlobalRanger and the UH-60 Black Hawk are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Sikorsky respectively. Top speed is 287 km/h for the 429 GlobalRanger vs 294 km/h for the UH-60 Black Hawk. The 429 GlobalRanger has an operational range of 720 km vs 590 km for the UH-60 Black Hawk. The 429 GlobalRanger operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 5,791 m for the UH-60 Black Hawk. At 10,659 kg MTOW, the UH-60 Black Hawk is 3.4x the 429 GlobalRanger's 3,175 kg. The 429 GlobalRanger has been produced in 325 units vs 5,000 for the UH-60 Black Hawk. Unit cost is $7.3M for the 429 GlobalRanger vs $21M for the UH-60 Black Hawk. The UH-60 Black Hawk first flew 33 years before the 429 GlobalRanger (1974 vs 2007).
| Canadian light utility helicopter, recognized for emergency medical, law enforcement, and corporate transport services since 2009. | |
|
|
| 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, renowned for service in Iraq and Afghanistan, extensively employed for troop transport and medical evacuation. | |
|
|
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Sikorsky |
| First flight | 29 November 1974 |
| Year introduced | 1979 |
| Number produced | 5000 units |
| Average unit price | $21 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 | 16.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 19.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 294 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 590 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,791 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 10,659 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,819 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,208 kW â—‰ |
Performance Radar Chart
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 429 GlobalRanger or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk is faster with a maximum speed of 294 km/h compared to the 429 GlobalRanger's 287 km/h, a difference of 7 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 429 GlobalRanger or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The 429 GlobalRanger has a longer range at 720 km compared to the UH-60 Black Hawk's 590 km.
Which can fly higher, the 429 GlobalRanger or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The 429 GlobalRanger has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the UH-60 Black Hawk's 5,791 meters (18,999 ft).
Which is heavier, the 429 GlobalRanger or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 10,659 kg compared to the 429 GlobalRanger's 3,175 kg.
Which is larger, the 429 GlobalRanger or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk is longer at 19.5 meters compared to the 429 GlobalRanger's 12.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 429 GlobalRanger or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk is more expensive at approximately $21 million per unit compared to the 429 GlobalRanger at $7.3 million.
Which entered service first, the 429 GlobalRanger or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk entered service first in 1979, 30 years before the 429 GlobalRanger which entered service in 2009.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 429 GlobalRanger or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk has been produced in greater numbers with 5,000 units compared to 325 units of the 429 GlobalRanger.