AS565 Panther vs WG-13 Lynx
| French multipurpose military helicopter, used extensively in combat search and rescue, antisubmarine warfare, and transport tasks since the 1980s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| First flight | 28 February 1984 |
| Year introduced | 1986 |
| Number produced | None units |
| Average unit price | $7 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 |
| Wing area | 112.0 m² |
| Wingspan | 11.9 m |
| Height | 4.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 306 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 827 km |
| Service ceiling | 5,865 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,300 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,380 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 635 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | -- m |
| Height | 3.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 300 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,760 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,740 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 671 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of AS565 Panther by Towpilot.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AS565 Panther or WG-13 Lynx?
The AS565 Panther is faster with a maximum speed of 306 km/h compared to the WG-13 Lynx's 300 km/h, a difference of 6 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AS565 Panther or WG-13 Lynx?
The AS565 Panther has a longer range at 827 km compared to the WG-13 Lynx's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the AS565 Panther or WG-13 Lynx?
The AS565 Panther has a higher service ceiling at 5,865 meters (19,242 ft) compared to the WG-13 Lynx's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the AS565 Panther or WG-13 Lynx?
The WG-13 Lynx has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,760 kg compared to the AS565 Panther's 4,300 kg.
Which is larger, the AS565 Panther or WG-13 Lynx?
The WG-13 Lynx is longer at 15.0 meters compared to the AS565 Panther's 13.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AS565 Panther or WG-13 Lynx?
The WG-13 Lynx is more expensive at approximately $10 million per unit compared to the AS565 Panther at $7.0 million.
Which entered service first, the AS565 Panther or WG-13 Lynx?
The WG-13 Lynx entered service first in 1978, 8 years before the AS565 Panther which entered service in 1986.