MD-500 vs S-92 Superhawk
The MD-500 and the S-92 Superhawk are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Hughes and Sikorsky respectively. Top speed is 282 km/h for the MD-500 vs 306 km/h for the S-92 Superhawk. The MD-500 has an operational range of 430 km vs 850 km for the S-92 Superhawk. The MD-500 operates at altitudes up to 4,877 m compared to 4,267 m for the S-92 Superhawk. The MD-500 has been produced in 4,700 units vs 300 for the S-92 Superhawk. Unit cost is $4M for the MD-500 vs $32M for the S-92 Superhawk. The MD-500 first flew 16 years before the S-92 Superhawk (1982 vs 1998).
| American light helicopter, renowned during the Cold War era, predominantly deployed for law enforcement and utility applications. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Hughes |
| First flight | 28 January 1982 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 4700 units |
| Average unit price | $4 million |
| American civilian utility and military helicopter, known for significant use in search-and-rescue missions worldwide since the 2000s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Sikorsky |
| First flight | 23 December 1998 |
| Year introduced | 2004 |
| Number produced | 300 units |
| Average unit price | $32 million |
| Wingspan | 8.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.6 m |
| Length | 9.4 m |
| Maximum speed | 282 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 430 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,877 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,361 kg |
| Empty weight | 672 kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 313 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 17.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | 306 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 850 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,267 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 0 â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MD-500 or S-92 Superhawk?
The S-92 Superhawk is faster with a maximum speed of 306 km/h compared to the MD-500's 282 km/h, a difference of 24 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MD-500 or S-92 Superhawk?
The S-92 Superhawk has a longer range at 850 km compared to the MD-500's 430 km.
Which can fly higher, the MD-500 or S-92 Superhawk?
The MD-500 has a higher service ceiling at 4,877 meters (16,000 ft) compared to the S-92 Superhawk's 4,267 meters (13,999 ft).
Which is heavier, the MD-500 or S-92 Superhawk?
The MD-500 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,361 kg compared to the S-92 Superhawk's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the MD-500 or S-92 Superhawk?
The MD-500 is longer at 9.4 meters compared to the S-92 Superhawk's 0.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MD-500 or S-92 Superhawk?
The S-92 Superhawk is more expensive at approximately $32 million per unit compared to the MD-500 at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the MD-500 or S-92 Superhawk?
The MD-500 entered service first in 1967, 37 years before the S-92 Superhawk which entered service in 2004.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MD-500 or S-92 Superhawk?
The MD-500 has been produced in greater numbers with 4,700 units compared to 300 units of the S-92 Superhawk.