505 Jet Ranger X vs UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"

Overview

The 505 Jet Ranger X and the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Bell respectively.

Top speed is 232 km/h for the 505 Jet Ranger X vs 222 km/h for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The 505 Jet Ranger X has an operational range of 617 km vs 510 km for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" operates at altitudes up to 5,910 m compared to 5,670 m for the 505 Jet Ranger X. At 4,309 kg MTOW, the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" is 2.1x the 505 Jet Ranger X's 2,030 kg.

The 505 Jet Ranger X has been produced in 360 units vs 16,000 for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". Unit cost is $1.2M for the 505 Jet Ranger X vs $1.3M for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" first flew 58 years before the 505 Jet Ranger X (1956 vs 2014).

Canadian light helicopter, introduced in 2017, renowned for use in training, utility, and corporate transportation.
Bell 505 Jet Ranger X Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Bell
First flight 11 November 2014
Year introduced 2017
Number produced 360 units
Average unit price $1.2 million
American utility helicopter, essential in the Vietnam War, extensively employed for medevac, transport, and combat operations.
Bell UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Bell
First flight 22 October 1956
Year introduced 1959
Number produced 16000 units
Average unit price $1.3 million
Wingspan 11.3 m β—‰
Height 3.3 m β—‰
Length 13.0 m β—‰
Maximum speed 232 km/h β—‰
Operational range 617 km β—‰
Service ceiling 5,670 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,030 kg β—‰
Empty weight 1,669 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 377 kW β—‰
Wingspan 14.6 m β—‰
Height 4.5 m β—‰
Length 12.7 m β—‰
Maximum speed 222 km/h β—‰
Operational range 510 km β—‰
Service ceiling 5,910 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 4,309 kg β—‰
Empty weight 2,087 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 820 kW β—‰

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the 505 Jet Ranger X or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The 505 Jet Ranger X is faster with a maximum speed of 232 km/h compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 222 km/h, a difference of 10 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 505 Jet Ranger X or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The 505 Jet Ranger X has a longer range at 617 km compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 510 km.
Which can fly higher, the 505 Jet Ranger X or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has a higher service ceiling at 5,910 meters (19,389 ft) compared to the 505 Jet Ranger X's 5,670 meters (18,602 ft).
Which is heavier, the 505 Jet Ranger X or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,309 kg compared to the 505 Jet Ranger X's 2,030 kg.
Which is larger, the 505 Jet Ranger X or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The 505 Jet Ranger X is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 12.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 505 Jet Ranger X or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" is more expensive at approximately $1.3 million per unit compared to the 505 Jet Ranger X at $1.2 million.
Which entered service first, the 505 Jet Ranger X or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" entered service first in 1959, 58 years before the 505 Jet Ranger X which entered service in 2017.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 505 Jet Ranger X or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has been produced in greater numbers with 16,000 units compared to 360 units of the 505 Jet Ranger X.