AH-1 Cobra vs EC665 Tiger
| 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 |
| German-French attack helicopter, primarily deployed in Afghanistan, Libya, and Mali for anti-armor, fire support, and reconnaissance missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Eurocopter |
| First flight | 27 April 1991 |
| Year introduced | 2002 |
| Number produced | 180 units |
| Average unit price | $36 million |
| Wingspan | 13.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 17.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 277 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 570 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,391 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 5,579 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,342 kW â—‰ |
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| Wingspan | 4.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 315 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 800 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 2,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,100 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,200 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 958 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AH-1 Cobra or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger is faster with a maximum speed of 315 km/h compared to the AH-1 Cobra's 277 km/h, a difference of 38 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-1 Cobra or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger has a longer range at 800 km compared to the AH-1 Cobra's 570 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-1 Cobra or EC665 Tiger?
The AH-1 Cobra has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the EC665 Tiger's 2,000 meters (6,561 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-1 Cobra or EC665 Tiger?
The AH-1 Cobra has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,391 kg compared to the EC665 Tiger's 6,100 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-1 Cobra or EC665 Tiger?
The AH-1 Cobra is longer at 17.8 meters compared to the EC665 Tiger's 15.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AH-1 Cobra or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger is more expensive at approximately $36 million per unit compared to the AH-1 Cobra at $13 million.
Which entered service first, the AH-1 Cobra or EC665 Tiger?
The AH-1 Cobra entered service first in 1967, 35 years before the EC665 Tiger which entered service in 2002.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-1 Cobra or EC665 Tiger?
The AH-1 Cobra has been produced in greater numbers with 1,116 units compared to 180 units of the EC665 Tiger.