AH-1 Cobra vs OH-6 Cayuse
Overview
The AH-1 Cobra and the OH-6 Cayuse are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Hughes Helicopters respectively.
Top speed is 277 km/h for the AH-1 Cobra vs 240 km/h for the OH-6 Cayuse. The AH-1 Cobra has an operational range of 570 km vs 610 km for the OH-6 Cayuse. The AH-1 Cobra operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 4,800 m for the OH-6 Cayuse. At 8,391 kg MTOW, the AH-1 Cobra is 6.8x the OH-6 Cayuse's 1,225 kg.
The AH-1 Cobra has been produced in 1,116 units vs 1,422 for the OH-6 Cayuse. The OH-6 Cayuse first flew 2 years before the AH-1 Cobra (1963 vs 1965).
| American attack helicopter, distinguished for its service in the Vietnam War, designed for rapid frontline response and anti-armor operation. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 7 September 1965 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 1116 units |
| Average unit price | $13 million |
| American light observation helicopter, introduced in the mid-1960s, designed for personnel transport, escort, and observation missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Hughes Helicopters |
| First flight | 27 February 1963 |
| Year introduced | 1966 |
| Number produced | 1422 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 13.4 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 17.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 277 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 570 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,391 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 5,579 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 671 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | 50.6 m² |
| Wingspan | 8.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 9.2 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 240 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 610 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,800 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,225 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 557 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 236 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AH-1 Cobra or OH-6 Cayuse?
The AH-1 Cobra is faster with a maximum speed of 277 km/h compared to the OH-6 Cayuse's 240 km/h, a difference of 37 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-1 Cobra or OH-6 Cayuse?
The OH-6 Cayuse has a longer range at 610 km compared to the AH-1 Cobra's 570 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-1 Cobra or OH-6 Cayuse?
The AH-1 Cobra has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the OH-6 Cayuse's 4,800 meters (15,748 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-1 Cobra or OH-6 Cayuse?
The AH-1 Cobra has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,391 kg compared to the OH-6 Cayuse's 1,225 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-1 Cobra or OH-6 Cayuse?
The AH-1 Cobra is longer at 17.8 meters compared to the OH-6 Cayuse's 9.2 meters.
Which entered service first, the AH-1 Cobra or OH-6 Cayuse?
The OH-6 Cayuse entered service first in 1966, 1 years before the AH-1 Cobra which entered service in 1967.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-1 Cobra or OH-6 Cayuse?
The OH-6 Cayuse has been produced in greater numbers with 1,422 units compared to 1,116 units of the AH-1 Cobra.