Cabri G2 vs UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"
The Cabri G2 and the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Guimbal and Bell respectively. Top speed is 185 km/h for the Cabri G2 vs 222 km/h for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The Cabri G2 has an operational range of 700 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 2,286 m for the Cabri G2. At 4,309 kg MTOW, the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" is 6.2x the Cabri G2's 700 kg. The Cabri G2 has been produced in 300 units vs 16,000 for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". Unit cost is $0.39M for the Cabri G2 vs $1.3M for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" first flew 49 years before the Cabri G2 (1956 vs 2005).
| French light helicopter, prevalent in the 21st century, primarily utilized for training and surveillance purposes globally. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Guimbal |
| First flight | 31 March 2005 |
| Year introduced | 2008 |
| Number produced | 300 units |
| Average unit price | $0.4 million |
| American utility helicopter, essential in the Vietnam War, extensively employed for medevac, transport, and combat operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 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 | 7.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 185 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 700 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 2,286 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 420 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 108 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 14.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 222 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 510 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,910 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,309 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,087 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 820 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Cabri G2 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" is faster with a maximum speed of 222 km/h compared to the Cabri G2's 185 km/h, a difference of 37 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Cabri G2 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The Cabri G2 has a longer range at 700 km compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 510 km.
Which can fly higher, the Cabri G2 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 Cabri G2's 2,286 meters (7,500 ft).
Which is heavier, the Cabri G2 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,309 kg compared to the Cabri G2's 700 kg.
Which is larger, the Cabri G2 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" is longer at 12.7 meters compared to the Cabri G2's 8.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Cabri G2 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" is more expensive at approximately $1.3 million per unit compared to the Cabri G2 at $0.4 million.
Which entered service first, the Cabri G2 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" entered service first in 1959, 49 years before the Cabri G2 which entered service in 2008.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Cabri G2 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has been produced in greater numbers with 16,000 units compared to 300 units of the Cabri G2.