Bell 47 vs MH-53J Pave Low III
Overview
The Bell 47 and the MH-53J Pave Low III are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Sikorsky respectively.
Top speed is 169 km/h for the Bell 47 vs 310 km/h for the MH-53J Pave Low III. The Bell 47 has an operational range of 396 km vs 1,100 km for the MH-53J Pave Low III. At 20,865 kg MTOW, the MH-53J Pave Low III is 16:1 the Bell 47's 1,338 kg.
The Bell 47 has been produced in 5,600 units vs 41 for the MH-53J Pave Low III.
| American single-rotor light helicopter, developed in the mid-1940s and utilized for a wide range of civilian and military applications including reconnaissance and medical evacuation. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 1 January 1946 |
| Year introduced | 1946 |
| Number produced | 5600 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| American long-range special operations helicopter, an upgraded variant of the Sikorsky H-53 series produced through conversion (1988-1991) and operated by the United States Air Force until its retirement in 2008. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Sikorsky |
| First flight | -- |
| Year introduced | 1988 |
| Number produced | 41 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | 100.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.3 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 9.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 169 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 396 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,338 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 859 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 210 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | 378.4 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 22.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 7.6 m ◉ |
| Length | 27.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 310 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,100 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,900 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 20,865 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 14,515 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,615 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Bell 47 or MH-53J Pave Low III?
The MH-53J Pave Low III is faster with a maximum speed of 310 km/h compared to the Bell 47's 169 km/h, a difference of 141 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bell 47 or MH-53J Pave Low III?
The MH-53J Pave Low III has a longer range at 1,100 km compared to the Bell 47's 396 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bell 47 or MH-53J Pave Low III?
The MH-53J Pave Low III has a higher service ceiling at 4,900 meters (16,076 ft) compared to the Bell 47's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bell 47 or MH-53J Pave Low III?
The MH-53J Pave Low III has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 20,865 kg compared to the Bell 47's 1,338 kg.
Which is larger, the Bell 47 or MH-53J Pave Low III?
The MH-53J Pave Low III is longer at 27.0 meters compared to the Bell 47's 9.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the Bell 47 or MH-53J Pave Low III?
The Bell 47 entered service first in 1946, 42 years before the MH-53J Pave Low III which entered service in 1988.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bell 47 or MH-53J Pave Low III?
The Bell 47 has been produced in greater numbers with 5,600 units compared to 41 units of the MH-53J Pave Low III.