AW139 vs H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2
| Italian multi-purpose helicopter, highly significant in SAR, EMS, offshore transportation, law enforcement roles, since its introduction in 2003. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | AgustaWestland |
| First flight | 3 February 2001 |
| Year introduced | 2003 |
| Number produced | 1100 units |
| Average unit price | $15 million |
| French multi-role helicopter, modern variant known for its use in offshore transportation and emergency medical services globally. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| First flight | 17 June 1997 |
| Year introduced | 1999 |
| Number produced | 116 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Height | 3.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 310 km/h |
| Operational range | 1,061 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,400 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,622 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,141 kW â—‰ |
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| Height | 4.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 790 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,572 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,920 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,618 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 713 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 by Flyblackarrow.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AW139 or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The AW139 is faster with a maximum speed of 310 km/h compared to the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2's 0 km/h, a difference of 310 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW139 or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The AW139 has a longer range at 1,061 km compared to the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2's 790 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW139 or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The AW139 has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW139 or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The AW139 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,400 kg compared to the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2's 4,920 kg.
Which is larger, the AW139 or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 is longer at 14.3 meters compared to the AW139's 13.8 meters.
Which entered service first, the AW139 or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 entered service first in 1999, 4 years before the AW139 which entered service in 2003.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW139 or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The AW139 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,100 units compared to 116 units of the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2.