MD-900 vs UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"
The MD-900 and the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by MD Helicopters and Bell respectively. Top speed is 259 km/h for the MD-900 vs 222 km/h for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The MD-900 has an operational range of 543 km vs 510 km for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" operates at altitudes up to 5,910 m compared to 5,334 m for the MD-900. The MD-900 has been produced in 5 units vs 16,000 for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" first flew 36 years before the MD-900 (1956 vs 1992).
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | MD Helicopters |
| First flight | 18 December 1992 |
| Year introduced | 1994 |
| Number produced | 5 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| American utility helicopter, essential in the Vietnam War, extensively employed for medevac, transport, and combat operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 22 October 1956 |
| Year introduced | 1959 |
| Number produced | 16000 units |
| Average unit price | $1.3 million |
| Wingspan | 10.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 259 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 543 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,334 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,835 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,531 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 205 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 14.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 222 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 510 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,910 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,309 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,087 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 820 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MD-900 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The MD-900 is faster with a maximum speed of 259 km/h compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 222 km/h, a difference of 37 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MD-900 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The MD-900 has a longer range at 543 km compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 510 km.
Which can fly higher, the MD-900 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has a higher service ceiling at 5,910 meters (19,389 ft) compared to the MD-900's 5,334 meters (17,500 ft).
Which is heavier, the MD-900 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,309 kg compared to the MD-900's 2,835 kg.
Which is larger, the MD-900 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" is longer at 12.7 meters compared to the MD-900's 9.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the MD-900 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" entered service first in 1959, 35 years before the MD-900 which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MD-900 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has been produced in greater numbers with 16,000 units compared to 5 units of the MD-900.