AW159 vs WG-13 Lynx
Overview
The AW159 and the WG-13 Lynx are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Westland respectively.
Top speed is 291 km/h for the AW159 vs 300 km/h for the WG-13 Lynx. The AW159 has an operational range of 777 km vs 528 km for the WG-13 Lynx. The AW159 operates at altitudes up to 4,000 m compared to 3,200 m for the WG-13 Lynx.
The AW159 has been produced in 67 units vs 450 for the WG-13 Lynx. Unit cost is $32M for the AW159 vs $10M for the WG-13 Lynx. The WG-13 Lynx first flew 38 years before the AW159 (1971 vs 2009).
| British multi-role helicopter, deployed for battlefield utility, search and rescue, and anti-submarine warfare since modern warfare era. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | AgustaWestland |
| First flight | 12 November 2009 |
| Year introduced | 2014 |
| Number produced | 67 units |
| Average unit price | $32 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 | 12.8 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 15.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 291 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 777 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 3,300 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 508 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 AW159 or WG-13 Lynx?
The WG-13 Lynx is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the AW159's 291 km/h, a difference of 9 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW159 or WG-13 Lynx?
The AW159 has a longer range at 777 km compared to the WG-13 Lynx's 528 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW159 or WG-13 Lynx?
The AW159 has a higher service ceiling at 4,000 meters (13,123 ft) compared to the WG-13 Lynx's 3,200 meters (10,498 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW159 or WG-13 Lynx?
The AW159 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,000 kg compared to the WG-13 Lynx's 4,760 kg.
Which is larger, the AW159 or WG-13 Lynx?
The WG-13 Lynx is longer at 15.0 meters compared to the AW159's 15.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AW159 or WG-13 Lynx?
The AW159 is more expensive at approximately $32 million per unit compared to the WG-13 Lynx at $10 million.
Which entered service first, the AW159 or WG-13 Lynx?
The WG-13 Lynx entered service first in 1978, 36 years before the AW159 which entered service in 2014.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AW159 or WG-13 Lynx?
The WG-13 Lynx has been produced in greater numbers with 450 units compared to 67 units of the AW159.