AW109 vs H135M / EC365
Overview
The AW109 and the H135M / EC365 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Airbus Helicopters respectively.
Top speed is 311 km/h for the AW109 vs 287 km/h for the H135M / EC365. The AW109 has an operational range of 932 km vs 630 km for the H135M / EC365. The H135M / EC365 operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 6,000 m for the AW109.
The AW109 has been produced in 124 units vs 1,400 for the H135M / EC365. Unit cost is $8M for the AW109 vs $12M for the H135M / EC365. The AW109 first flew 23 years before the H135M / EC365 (1971 vs 1994).
| Italian multipurpose helicopter, notable for its use in law enforcement, air ambulance and military roles since the late 1970s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | AgustaWestland |
| First flight | 4 August 1971 |
| Year introduced | 1976 |
| Number produced | 124 units |
| Average unit price | $8 million |
| European light utility helicopter, prominent in law enforcement, medical services, and military operations worldwide since the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| First flight | 15 February 1994 |
| Year introduced | 1996 |
| Number produced | 1400 units |
| Average unit price | $12 million |
| Wingspan | 11.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 13.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 311 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 932 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2,000 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 213 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 12.2 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 287 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 630 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,900 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,490 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 260 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW109 or H135M / EC365?
The AW109 is faster with a maximum speed of 311 km/h compared to the H135M / EC365's 287 km/h, a difference of 24 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW109 or H135M / EC365?
The AW109 has a longer range at 932 km compared to the H135M / EC365's 630 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW109 or H135M / EC365?
The H135M / EC365 has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the AW109's 6,000 meters (19,685 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW109 or H135M / EC365?
The AW109 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,000 kg compared to the H135M / EC365's 2,900 kg.
Which is larger, the AW109 or H135M / EC365?
The AW109 is longer at 13.0 meters compared to the H135M / EC365's 12.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AW109 or H135M / EC365?
The H135M / EC365 is more expensive at approximately $12 million per unit compared to the AW109 at $8.0 million.
Which entered service first, the AW109 or H135M / EC365?
The AW109 entered service first in 1976, 20 years before the H135M / EC365 which entered service in 1996.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW109 or H135M / EC365?
The H135M / EC365 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,400 units compared to 124 units of the AW109.