Ka-25 Hormone vs WG-13 Lynx
| Soviet anti-submarine helicopter, recognized for Cold War naval usage, efficient in search and rescue, transportation, and assault operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Kamov |
| First flight | 26 April 1961 |
| Year introduced | 1968 |
| Number produced | 460 units |
| Average unit price | $6 million |
| British multi-purpose military helicopter, notable for naval, combat, utility roles, significantly deployed in the Falklands War. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Westland |
| First flight | 21 March 1971 |
| Year introduced | 1978 |
| Number produced | 450 units |
| Average unit price | $10 million |
| Wingspan | 15.7 m |
| Height | 5.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 220 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 400 km |
| Max. takeoff weight | 7,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,765 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,454 kW â—‰ |
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| Wingspan | -- m |
| Height | 3.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 300 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,760 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,740 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 671 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Ka-25 Hormone or WG-13 Lynx?
The WG-13 Lynx is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the Ka-25 Hormone's 220 km/h, a difference of 80 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Ka-25 Hormone or WG-13 Lynx?
The Ka-25 Hormone has a longer range at 400 km compared to the WG-13 Lynx's 0 km.
Which is heavier, the Ka-25 Hormone or WG-13 Lynx?
The Ka-25 Hormone has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,500 kg compared to the WG-13 Lynx's 4,760 kg.
Which is larger, the Ka-25 Hormone or WG-13 Lynx?
The WG-13 Lynx is longer at 15.0 meters compared to the Ka-25 Hormone's 9.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Ka-25 Hormone or WG-13 Lynx?
The WG-13 Lynx is more expensive at approximately $10 million per unit compared to the Ka-25 Hormone at $6.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Ka-25 Hormone or WG-13 Lynx?
The Ka-25 Hormone entered service first in 1968, 10 years before the WG-13 Lynx which entered service in 1978.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Ka-25 Hormone or WG-13 Lynx?
The Ka-25 Hormone has been produced in greater numbers with 460 units compared to 450 units of the WG-13 Lynx.