Bell 47 vs UH-1N Twin Huey
Overview
The Bell 47 and the UH-1N Twin Huey are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Bell respectively.
Top speed is 169 km/h for the Bell 47 vs 240 km/h for the UH-1N Twin Huey. The Bell 47 has an operational range of 396 km vs 459 km for the UH-1N Twin Huey. At 4,763 kg MTOW, the UH-1N Twin Huey is 3.6x the Bell 47's 1,338 kg.
The Bell 47 first flew 23 years before the UH-1N Twin Huey (1946 vs 1969).
| 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 medium military utility helicopter, introduced in the late 20th century, widely used for tactical transport, search and rescue, and close air support. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 1 April 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1970 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| 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 | 168.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 17.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 240 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 459 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,300 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,763 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 465 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Bell 47 or UH-1N Twin Huey?
The UH-1N Twin Huey is faster with a maximum speed of 240 km/h compared to the Bell 47's 169 km/h, a difference of 71 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bell 47 or UH-1N Twin Huey?
The UH-1N Twin Huey has a longer range at 459 km compared to the Bell 47's 396 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bell 47 or UH-1N Twin Huey?
The UH-1N Twin Huey has a higher service ceiling at 5,300 meters (17,388 ft) compared to the Bell 47's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bell 47 or UH-1N Twin Huey?
The UH-1N Twin Huey has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,763 kg compared to the Bell 47's 1,338 kg.
Which is larger, the Bell 47 or UH-1N Twin Huey?
The UH-1N Twin Huey is longer at 17.6 meters compared to the Bell 47's 9.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the Bell 47 or UH-1N Twin Huey?
The Bell 47 entered service first in 1946, 24 years before the UH-1N Twin Huey which entered service in 1970.