MD-900 vs UH-60 Black Hawk
The MD-900 and the UH-60 Black Hawk are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by MD Helicopters and Sikorsky respectively. Top speed is 259 km/h for the MD-900 vs 294 km/h for the UH-60 Black Hawk. The MD-900 has an operational range of 543 km vs 590 km for the UH-60 Black Hawk. The UH-60 Black Hawk operates at altitudes up to 5,791 m compared to 5,334 m for the MD-900. At 10,659 kg MTOW, the UH-60 Black Hawk is 3.8x the MD-900's 2,835 kg. The MD-900 has been produced in 5 units vs 5,000 for the UH-60 Black Hawk. The UH-60 Black Hawk first flew 18 years before the MD-900 (1974 vs 1992).
| American civil utility helicopter, recognized for its quiet operation, used worldwide for law enforcement and air ambulance services. | |
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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, renowned for service in Iraq and Afghanistan, extensively employed for troop transport and medical evacuation. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Sikorsky |
| First flight | 29 November 1974 |
| Year introduced | 1979 |
| Number produced | 5000 units |
| Average unit price | $21 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 | 16.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 19.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 294 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 590 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,791 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 10,659 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,819 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 604 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MD-900 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk is faster with a maximum speed of 294 km/h compared to the MD-900's 259 km/h, a difference of 35 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MD-900 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk has a longer range at 590 km compared to the MD-900's 543 km.
Which can fly higher, the MD-900 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk has a higher service ceiling at 5,791 meters (18,999 ft) compared to the MD-900's 5,334 meters (17,500 ft).
Which is heavier, the MD-900 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 10,659 kg compared to the MD-900's 2,835 kg.
Which is larger, the MD-900 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk is longer at 19.5 meters compared to the MD-900's 9.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the MD-900 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk entered service first in 1979, 15 years before the MD-900 which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MD-900 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk has been produced in greater numbers with 5,000 units compared to 5 units of the MD-900.