Ka-25 Hormone vs WG-13 Lynx

Overview

The Ka-25 Hormone and the WG-13 Lynx are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Kamov and Westland respectively.

Top speed is 220 km/h for the Ka-25 Hormone vs 300 km/h for the WG-13 Lynx. The Ka-25 Hormone has an operational range of 400 km vs 528 km for the WG-13 Lynx. The Ka-25 Hormone operates at altitudes up to 3,350 m compared to 3,200 m for the WG-13 Lynx.

The Ka-25 Hormone has been produced in 460 units vs 450 for the WG-13 Lynx. Unit cost is $6M for the Ka-25 Hormone vs $10M for the WG-13 Lynx. The Ka-25 Hormone first flew 10 years before the WG-13 Lynx (1961 vs 1971).

Soviet anti-submarine helicopter, recognized for Cold War naval usage, efficient in search and rescue, transportation, and assault operations.
Kamov Ka-25 Hormone Helicopter profile drawing
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.
Westland WG-13 Lynx Helicopter profile drawing
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
Length 9.8 m
Maximum speed 220 km/h
Operational range 400 km
Service ceiling 3,350 m
Max. takeoff weight 7,500 kg
Empty weight 4,765 kg
Total thrust 2 x 727 kW
Wingspan 12.8 m
Height 3.6 m
Length 15.0 m
Maximum speed 300 km/h
Operational range 528 km
Service ceiling 3,200 m
Max. takeoff weight 4,760 kg
Empty weight 2,740 kg
Total thrust 2 x 336 kW

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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 WG-13 Lynx has a longer range at 528 km compared to the Ka-25 Hormone's 400 km.
Which can fly higher, the Ka-25 Hormone or WG-13 Lynx?
The Ka-25 Hormone has a higher service ceiling at 3,350 meters (10,990 ft) compared to the WG-13 Lynx's 3,200 meters (10,498 ft).
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.