AW139 vs UH-1N Twin Huey

Overview

The AW139 and the UH-1N Twin Huey are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by AgustaWestland and Bell respectively.

Top speed is 310 km/h for the AW139 vs 240 km/h for the UH-1N Twin Huey. The AW139 has an operational range of 1,061 km vs 459 km for the UH-1N Twin Huey. The AW139 operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 5,300 m for the UH-1N Twin Huey.

The UH-1N Twin Huey first flew 32 years before the AW139 (1969 vs 2001).

Italian multi-purpose helicopter, highly significant in SAR, EMS, offshore transportation, law enforcement roles, since its introduction in 2003.
AgustaWestland AW139 Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer AgustaWestland
First flight 3 February 2001
Year introduced 2003
Number produced 1100 units
Average unit price $15 million
American medium military utility helicopter, introduced in the late 20th century, widely used for tactical transport, search and rescue, and close air support.
Bell UH-1N Twin Huey Helicopter profile drawing
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 -- m²
Wingspan 13.8 m â—‰
Height 3.7 m â—‰
Length 13.8 m â—‰
Maximum speed 310 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,061 km â—‰
Service ceiling 6,096 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 6,400 kg â—‰
Empty weight 3,622 kg
Total thrust 2 x 571 kW â—‰
Wing area 168.0 m²
Wingspan 14.6 m â—‰
Height 4.4 m â—‰
Length 17.6 m â—‰
Maximum speed 240 km/h â—‰
Operational range 459 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,300 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 4,763 kg â—‰
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 2 x 465 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the AW139 or UH-1N Twin Huey?
The AW139 is faster with a maximum speed of 310 km/h compared to the UH-1N Twin Huey's 240 km/h, a difference of 70 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AW139 or UH-1N Twin Huey?
The AW139 has a longer range at 1,061 km compared to the UH-1N Twin Huey's 459 km.
Which can fly higher, the AW139 or UH-1N Twin Huey?
The AW139 has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the UH-1N Twin Huey's 5,300 meters (17,388 ft).
Which is heavier, the AW139 or UH-1N Twin Huey?
The AW139 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,400 kg compared to the UH-1N Twin Huey's 4,763 kg.
Which is larger, the AW139 or UH-1N Twin Huey?
The UH-1N Twin Huey is longer at 17.6 meters compared to the AW139's 13.8 meters.
Which entered service first, the AW139 or UH-1N Twin Huey?
The UH-1N Twin Huey entered service first in 1970, 33 years before the AW139 which entered service in 2003.