H125M / AS550 Fennec vs Wessex
Overview
The H125M / AS550 Fennec and the Wessex are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Aérospatiale and Westland respectively.
Top speed is 260 km/h for the H125M / AS550 Fennec vs 212 km/h for the Wessex. The H125M / AS550 Fennec has an operational range of 720 km vs 500 km for the Wessex. The H125M / AS550 Fennec operates at altitudes up to 4,600 m compared to 3,700 m for the Wessex. At 6,123 kg MTOW, the Wessex is 2.7x the H125M / AS550 Fennec's 2,250 kg.
The H125M / AS550 Fennec has been produced in 531 units vs 382 for the Wessex. The Wessex first flew 16 years before the H125M / AS550 Fennec (1958 vs 1974).
| French military variant helicopter, notable for service in Desert Storm and Afghanistan, widely employed for scouting and light attack roles. | |
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| 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 |
| 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 | -- m² |
| 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 ◉ |
| 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 H125M / AS550 Fennec or Wessex?
The H125M / AS550 Fennec is faster with a maximum speed of 260 km/h compared to the Wessex's 212 km/h, a difference of 48 km/h.
Which has longer range, the H125M / AS550 Fennec or Wessex?
The H125M / AS550 Fennec has a longer range at 720 km compared to the Wessex's 500 km.
Which can fly higher, the H125M / AS550 Fennec or Wessex?
The H125M / AS550 Fennec has a higher service ceiling at 4,600 meters (15,091 ft) compared to the Wessex's 3,700 meters (12,139 ft).
Which is heavier, the H125M / AS550 Fennec or Wessex?
The Wessex has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,123 kg compared to the H125M / AS550 Fennec's 2,250 kg.
Which is larger, the H125M / AS550 Fennec or Wessex?
The Wessex is longer at 20.1 meters compared to the H125M / AS550 Fennec's 10.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the H125M / AS550 Fennec or Wessex?
The Wessex entered service first in 1961, 29 years before the H125M / AS550 Fennec which entered service in 1990.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the H125M / AS550 Fennec or Wessex?
The H125M / AS550 Fennec has been produced in greater numbers with 531 units compared to 382 units of the Wessex.