Bell 47 vs Wessex
Overview
The Bell 47 and the Wessex are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Westland respectively.
Top speed is 169 km/h for the Bell 47 vs 212 km/h for the Wessex. The Bell 47 has an operational range of 396 km vs 500 km for the Wessex. At 6,123 kg MTOW, the Wessex is 4.6x the Bell 47's 1,338 kg.
The Bell 47 has been produced in 5,600 units vs 382 for the Wessex. The Bell 47 first flew 12 years before the Wessex (1946 vs 1958).
| 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 | -- |
| British turbine-powered utility and anti-submarine helicopter, developed in the mid-20th century and operated for over 40 years in various military and civilian roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Westland |
| First flight | 20 June 1958 |
| Year introduced | 1961 |
| Number produced | 382 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 | 228.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 17.1 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 20.1 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 212 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 500 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 3,700 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,123 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 3,783 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 505 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Bell 47 or Wessex?
The Wessex is faster with a maximum speed of 212 km/h compared to the Bell 47's 169 km/h, a difference of 43 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bell 47 or Wessex?
The Wessex has a longer range at 500 km compared to the Bell 47's 396 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bell 47 or Wessex?
The Wessex has a higher service ceiling at 3,700 meters (12,139 ft) compared to the Bell 47's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bell 47 or Wessex?
The Wessex has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,123 kg compared to the Bell 47's 1,338 kg.
Which is larger, the Bell 47 or Wessex?
The Wessex is longer at 20.1 meters compared to the Bell 47's 9.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the Bell 47 or Wessex?
The Bell 47 entered service first in 1946, 15 years before the Wessex which entered service in 1961.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bell 47 or Wessex?
The Bell 47 has been produced in greater numbers with 5,600 units compared to 382 units of the Wessex.