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.
Guimbal Cabri G2 Helicopter profile drawing
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.
Bell UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" Helicopter profile drawing
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.