OH-58 Kiowa vs UH-1N Twin Huey
Overview
The OH-58 Kiowa and the UH-1N Twin Huey are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Bell respectively.
Top speed is 240 km/h for the OH-58 Kiowa vs 240 km/h for the UH-1N Twin Huey. The OH-58 Kiowa has an operational range of 260 km vs 459 km for the UH-1N Twin Huey. The UH-1N Twin Huey operates at altitudes up to 5,300 m compared to 4,575 m for the OH-58 Kiowa.
The OH-58 Kiowa first flew 7 years before the UH-1N Twin Huey (1962 vs 1969).
| American single-engine single-rotor military helicopter, introduced in the late 1960s, used for observation, utility, and direct fire support. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 8 December 1962 |
| Year introduced | 1969 |
| Number produced | 2325 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| American medium military utility helicopter, introduced in the late 20th century, widely used for tactical transport, search and rescue, and close air support. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 1 April 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1970 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | 89.4 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.7 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 12.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 240 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 260 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,575 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,495 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,737 kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 485 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | 168.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 17.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 240 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 459 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,300 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,763 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 465 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the OH-58 Kiowa or UH-1N Twin Huey?
The UH-1N Twin Huey is faster with a maximum speed of 240 km/h compared to the OH-58 Kiowa's 240 km/h, a difference of 0 km/h.
Which has longer range, the OH-58 Kiowa or UH-1N Twin Huey?
The UH-1N Twin Huey has a longer range at 459 km compared to the OH-58 Kiowa's 260 km.
Which can fly higher, the OH-58 Kiowa or UH-1N Twin Huey?
The UH-1N Twin Huey has a higher service ceiling at 5,300 meters (17,388 ft) compared to the OH-58 Kiowa's 4,575 meters (15,009 ft).
Which is heavier, the OH-58 Kiowa or UH-1N Twin Huey?
The UH-1N Twin Huey has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,763 kg compared to the OH-58 Kiowa's 2,495 kg.
Which is larger, the OH-58 Kiowa or UH-1N Twin Huey?
The UH-1N Twin Huey is longer at 17.6 meters compared to the OH-58 Kiowa's 12.8 meters.
Which entered service first, the OH-58 Kiowa or UH-1N Twin Huey?
The OH-58 Kiowa entered service first in 1969, 1 years before the UH-1N Twin Huey which entered service in 1970.