AW109 vs Bell 430
| Italian multipurpose helicopter, notable for its use in law enforcement, air ambulance and military roles since the late 1970s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | AgustaWestland |
| First flight | 4 August 1971 |
| Year introduced | 1976 |
| Number produced | 124 units |
| Average unit price | $8 million |
| American commercial helicopter, actively utilized globally for medical services and executive transportation since the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 25 October 1994 |
| Year introduced | 1995 |
| Number produced | 136 units |
| Average unit price | $10 million |
| Height | 3.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 311 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 932 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 426 kW â—‰ |
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| Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 278 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 600 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,218 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,406 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 585 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Bell 430 by Bell.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW109 or Bell 430?
The AW109 is faster with a maximum speed of 311 km/h compared to the Bell 430's 278 km/h, a difference of 33 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW109 or Bell 430?
The AW109 has a longer range at 932 km compared to the Bell 430's 600 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW109 or Bell 430?
The Bell 430 has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the AW109's 6,000 meters (19,685 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW109 or Bell 430?
The Bell 430 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,218 kg compared to the AW109's 3,000 kg.
Which is larger, the AW109 or Bell 430?
The Bell 430 is longer at 15.3 meters compared to the AW109's 13.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AW109 or Bell 430?
The Bell 430 is more expensive at approximately $10 million per unit compared to the AW109 at $8.0 million.
Which entered service first, the AW109 or Bell 430?
The AW109 entered service first in 1976, 19 years before the Bell 430 which entered service in 1995.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW109 or Bell 430?
The Bell 430 has been produced in greater numbers with 136 units compared to 124 units of the AW109.