WG-13 Lynx vs Scout

Overview

The WG-13 Lynx and the Scout are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Westland and Westland respectively.

Top speed is 300 km/h for the WG-13 Lynx vs 211 km/h for the Scout. The WG-13 Lynx has an operational range of 528 km vs 507 km for the Scout. The Scout operates at altitudes up to 5,400 m compared to 3,200 m for the WG-13 Lynx.

The WG-13 Lynx has been produced in 450 units vs 150 for the Scout. The Scout first flew 11 years before the WG-13 Lynx (1960 vs 1971).

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
British light utility helicopter, developed in the late 1950s and operated from the 1960s to the 1990s, used primarily for observation, liaison, and light attack roles.
Westland Scout Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Westland
First flight 29 August 1960
Year introduced 1963
Number produced 150 units
Average unit price --
Wing area -- m²
Wingspan 12.8 m â—‰
Height 3.6 m â—‰
Length 15.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 300 km/h â—‰
Operational range 528 km â—‰
Service ceiling 3,200 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 4,760 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,740 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 336 kW â—‰
Wing area 75.9 m²
Wingspan 9.8 m â—‰
Height 2.7 m â—‰
Length 9.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 211 km/h â—‰
Operational range 507 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,400 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,404 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,466 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 511 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the WG-13 Lynx or Scout?
The WG-13 Lynx is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the Scout's 211 km/h, a difference of 89 km/h.
Which has longer range, the WG-13 Lynx or Scout?
The WG-13 Lynx has a longer range at 528 km compared to the Scout's 507 km.
Which can fly higher, the WG-13 Lynx or Scout?
The Scout has a higher service ceiling at 5,400 meters (17,716 ft) compared to the WG-13 Lynx's 3,200 meters (10,498 ft).
Which is heavier, the WG-13 Lynx or Scout?
The WG-13 Lynx has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,760 kg compared to the Scout's 2,404 kg.
Which is larger, the WG-13 Lynx or Scout?
The WG-13 Lynx is longer at 15.0 meters compared to the Scout's 9.2 meters.
Which entered service first, the WG-13 Lynx or Scout?
The Scout entered service first in 1963, 15 years before the WG-13 Lynx which entered service in 1978.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the WG-13 Lynx or Scout?
The WG-13 Lynx has been produced in greater numbers with 450 units compared to 150 units of the Scout.