H160M Guépard vs UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"

Overview

The H160M Guépard and the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Airbus Helicopters and Bell respectively.

Top speed is 325 km/h for the H160M Guépard vs 222 km/h for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The H160M Guépard has an operational range of 880 km vs 510 km for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" operates at altitudes up to 5,910 m compared to 5,900 m for the H160M Guépard.

The H160M Guépard has been produced in 1 units vs 16,000 for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" first flew 59 years before the H160M Guépard (1956 vs 2015).

French multi-role helicopter, predominantly utilized for military services and receivied first deployment in 2021.
Airbus Helicopters H160M Guépard Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Airbus Helicopters
First flight 13 March 2015
Year introduced 2021
Number produced 1 units
Average unit price --
American utility helicopter, essential in the Vietnam War, extensively employed for medevac, transport, and combat operations.
Bell UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Bell
First flight 22 October 1956
Year introduced 1959
Number produced 16000 units
Average unit price $1.3 million
Wingspan 13.4 m
Height 4.0 m
Length 12.0 m
Maximum speed 325 km/h
Operational range 880 km
Service ceiling 5,900 m
Max. takeoff weight 5,670 kg
Empty weight 4,240 kg
Total thrust 2 x 478 kW
Wingspan 14.6 m
Height 4.5 m
Length 12.7 m
Maximum speed 222 km/h
Operational range 510 km
Service ceiling 5,910 m
Max. takeoff weight 4,309 kg
Empty weight 2,087 kg
Total thrust 1 x 820 kW

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the H160M Guépard or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The H160M Guépard is faster with a maximum speed of 325 km/h compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 222 km/h, a difference of 103 km/h.
Which has longer range, the H160M Guépard or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The H160M Guépard has a longer range at 880 km compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 510 km.
Which can fly higher, the H160M Guépard or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has a higher service ceiling at 5,910 meters (19,389 ft) compared to the H160M Guépard's 5,900 meters (19,356 ft).
Which is heavier, the H160M Guépard or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The H160M Guépard has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,670 kg compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 4,309 kg.
Which is larger, the H160M Guépard or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" is longer at 12.7 meters compared to the H160M Guépard's 12.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the H160M Guépard or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" entered service first in 1959, 62 years before the H160M Guépard which entered service in 2021.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the H160M Guépard or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has been produced in greater numbers with 16,000 units compared to 1 units of the H160M Guépard.