AH-6 Little Bird vs H125M / AS550 Fennec

Overview

The AH-6 Little Bird and the H125M / AS550 Fennec are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Boeing and Aérospatiale respectively.

Top speed is 282 km/h for the AH-6 Little Bird vs 260 km/h for the H125M / AS550 Fennec. The AH-6 Little Bird has an operational range of 430 km vs 720 km for the H125M / AS550 Fennec. The AH-6 Little Bird operates at altitudes up to 4,877 m compared to 4,600 m for the H125M / AS550 Fennec.

The AH-6 Little Bird has been produced in 1,420 units vs 531 for the H125M / AS550 Fennec. Unit cost is $7.5M for the AH-6 Little Bird vs $5M for the H125M / AS550 Fennec. The AH-6 Little Bird first flew 11 years before the H125M / AS550 Fennec (1963 vs 1974).

AH-6 Little Bird

American light attack helicopter, best recognized for deployment in special operations during conflicts like the Iraq War.
Boeing AH-6 Little Bird Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Boeing
First flight 27 February 1963
Year introduced 1980
Number produced 1420 units
Average unit price $7.5 million
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H125M / AS550 Fennec

French military variant helicopter, notable for service in Desert Storm and Afghanistan, widely employed for scouting and light attack roles.
Aérospatiale H125M / AS550 Fennec Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Aérospatiale
First flight 27 June 1974
Year introduced 1990
Number produced 531 units
Average unit price $5 million
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AH-6 Little Bird

Wingspan 8.4 m ◉
Height 2.6 m ◉
Length 9.2 m ◉
Maximum speed 282 km/h ◉
Operational range 430 km ◉
Service ceiling 4,877 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 1,610 kg ◉
Empty weight 896 kg ◉
Total thrust 1 x 239 kW ◉

H125M / AS550 Fennec

Wingspan 12.9 m ◉
Height 3.1 m ◉
Length 10.9 m ◉
Maximum speed 260 km/h ◉
Operational range 720 km ◉
Service ceiling 4,600 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 2,250 kg ◉
Empty weight 1,174 kg ◉
Total thrust 1 x 632 kW ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the AH-6 Little Bird or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The AH-6 Little Bird is faster with a maximum speed of 282 km/h compared to the H125M / AS550 Fennec's 260 km/h, a difference of 22 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-6 Little Bird or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The H125M / AS550 Fennec has a longer range at 720 km compared to the AH-6 Little Bird's 430 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-6 Little Bird or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The AH-6 Little Bird has a higher service ceiling at 4,877 meters (16,000 ft) compared to the H125M / AS550 Fennec's 4,600 meters (15,091 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-6 Little Bird or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The H125M / AS550 Fennec has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,250 kg compared to the AH-6 Little Bird's 1,610 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-6 Little Bird or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The H125M / AS550 Fennec is longer at 10.9 meters compared to the AH-6 Little Bird's 9.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AH-6 Little Bird or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The AH-6 Little Bird is more expensive at approximately $7.5 million per unit compared to the H125M / AS550 Fennec at $5.0 million.
Which entered service first, the AH-6 Little Bird or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The AH-6 Little Bird entered service first in 1980, 10 years before the H125M / AS550 Fennec which entered service in 1990.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-6 Little Bird or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The AH-6 Little Bird has been produced in greater numbers with 1,420 units compared to 531 units of the H125M / AS550 Fennec.

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