AW109 vs H145M / EC645
Overview
The AW109 and the H145M / EC645 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Airbus Helicopters respectively.
Top speed is 311 km/h for the AW109 vs 269 km/h for the H145M / EC645. The AW109 has an operational range of 932 km vs 660 km for the H145M / EC645. The AW109 operates at altitudes up to 6,000 m compared to 5,486 m for the H145M / EC645.
The AW109 has been produced in 124 units vs 1,500 for the H145M / EC645. Unit cost is $8M for the AW109 vs $25M for the H145M / EC645. The AW109 first flew 28 years before the H145M / EC645 (1971 vs 1999).
| 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 |
| German utility helicopter, recognized for military application and primarily used for search and rescue, medical evacuation, and troop transportation. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| First flight | 12 June 1999 |
| Year introduced | 2002 |
| Number produced | 1500 units |
| Average unit price | $25 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 | 10.8 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 13.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 269 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 660 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,486 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,585 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,792 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 275 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW109 or H145M / EC645?
The AW109 is faster with a maximum speed of 311 km/h compared to the H145M / EC645's 269 km/h, a difference of 42 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW109 or H145M / EC645?
The AW109 has a longer range at 932 km compared to the H145M / EC645's 660 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW109 or H145M / EC645?
The AW109 has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the H145M / EC645's 5,486 meters (17,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW109 or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,585 kg compared to the AW109's 3,000 kg.
Which is larger, the AW109 or H145M / EC645?
The AW109 is longer at 13.0 meters compared to the H145M / EC645's 13.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AW109 or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the AW109 at $8.0 million.
Which entered service first, the AW109 or H145M / EC645?
The AW109 entered service first in 1976, 26 years before the H145M / EC645 which entered service in 2002.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW109 or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,500 units compared to 124 units of the AW109.