SH-2 Seasprite vs UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"
The SH-2 Seasprite and the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Kaman and Bell respectively. Top speed is 256 km/h for the SH-2 Seasprite vs 222 km/h for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The SH-2 Seasprite has an operational range of 680 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 5,486 m for the SH-2 Seasprite. The SH-2 Seasprite has been produced in 184 units vs 16,000 for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". Unit cost is $1.2M for the SH-2 Seasprite vs $1.3M for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" first flew 3 years before the SH-2 Seasprite (1956 vs 1959).
| American multi-purpose helicopter, known for major deployments during the Vietnam and Falklands Wars, particularly in anti-submarine warfare roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Kaman |
| First flight | 2 July 1959 |
| Year introduced | 1962 |
| Number produced | 184 units |
| Average unit price | $1.2 million |
| 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 | 13.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 256 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 680 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,486 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | 4,173 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,342 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 |
| Empty weight | 2,087 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 820 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the SH-2 Seasprite or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The SH-2 Seasprite is faster with a maximum speed of 256 km/h compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 222 km/h, a difference of 34 km/h.
Which has longer range, the SH-2 Seasprite or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The SH-2 Seasprite has a longer range at 680 km compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 510 km.
Which can fly higher, the SH-2 Seasprite 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 SH-2 Seasprite's 5,486 meters (17,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the SH-2 Seasprite or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,309 kg compared to the SH-2 Seasprite's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the SH-2 Seasprite or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The SH-2 Seasprite is longer at 16.1 meters compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 12.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the SH-2 Seasprite or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" is more expensive at approximately $1.3 million per unit compared to the SH-2 Seasprite at $1.2 million.
Which entered service first, the SH-2 Seasprite or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" entered service first in 1959, 3 years before the SH-2 Seasprite which entered service in 1962.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the SH-2 Seasprite or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has been produced in greater numbers with 16,000 units compared to 184 units of the SH-2 Seasprite.