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.
Bell AH-1 Cobra Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ 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.
Eurocopter EC665 Tiger Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ Germany πŸ‡«πŸ‡· 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 β—‰
Height 4.4 m β—‰
Length 17.8 m β—‰
Maximum speed 277 km/h β—‰
Operational range 570 km β—‰
Service ceiling 6,096 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 8,391 kg β—‰
Empty weight 5,579 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 671 kW β—‰
Wingspan 4.5 m β—‰
Height 3.8 m β—‰
Length 15.8 m β—‰
Maximum speed 315 km/h β—‰
Operational range 800 km β—‰
Service ceiling 2,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 6,100 kg β—‰
Empty weight 4,200 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 479 kW β—‰

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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.