AW139 vs H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2

Overview

The AW139 and the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Airbus Helicopters respectively.

Top speed is 310 km/h for the AW139 vs 324 km/h for the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2. The AW139 has an operational range of 1,061 km vs 790 km for the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2. The AW139 operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 4,572 m for the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2.

The AW139 has been produced in 1,100 units vs 116 for the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2. The H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 first flew 4 years before the AW139 (1997 vs 2001).

Italian multi-purpose helicopter, highly significant in SAR, EMS, offshore transportation, law enforcement roles, since its introduction in 2003.
AgustaWestland AW139 Helicopter profile drawing
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.
Airbus Helicopters H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Airbus Helicopters
First flight 17 June 1997
Year introduced 1999
Number produced 116 units
Average unit price --
Wingspan 13.8 m
Height 3.7 m
Length 13.8 m
Maximum speed 310 km/h
Operational range 1,061 km
Service ceiling 6,096 m
Max. takeoff weight 6,400 kg
Empty weight 3,622 kg
Total thrust 2 x 571 kW
Wingspan 12.6 m
Height 4.4 m
Length 14.3 m
Maximum speed 324 km/h
Operational range 790 km
Service ceiling 4,572 m
Max. takeoff weight 4,920 kg
Empty weight 2,618 kg
Total thrust 2 x 357 kW

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the AW139 or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 is faster with a maximum speed of 324 km/h compared to the AW139's 310 km/h, a difference of 14 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.