AH-1Z Viper vs UH-1Y Venom

Overview

The AH-1Z Viper and the UH-1Y Venom are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Bell respectively.

Top speed is 411 km/h for the AH-1Z Viper vs 304 km/h for the UH-1Y Venom. The AH-1Z Viper has an operational range of 690 km vs 240 km for the UH-1Y Venom. The AH-1Z Viper operates at altitudes up to 6,100 m compared to 6,100 m for the UH-1Y Venom.

The AH-1Z Viper has been produced in 195 units vs 160 for the UH-1Y Venom. The AH-1Z Viper first flew 1 years before the UH-1Y Venom (2000 vs 2001).

American twin-engine attack helicopter, developed in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, extensively deployed in expeditionary and maritime operations.
Bell AH-1Z Viper military helicopters side profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Bell
First flight 8 December 2000
Year introduced 2010
Number produced 195 units
Average unit price --
American twin-engine utility helicopter, introduced in the early 21st century, primarily operated by the United States Marine Corps for transport and close air support.
Bell UH-1Y Venom military helicopters side profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Bell
First flight 20 December 2001
Year introduced 2008
Number produced 160 units
Average unit price --
Wing area 168.0 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 15.0 m β—‰
Height 4.4 m β—‰
Length 17.8 m β—‰
Maximum speed 411 km/h β—‰
Operational range 690 km β—‰
Service ceiling 6,100 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 8,391 kg β—‰
Empty weight 5,579 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 650 kW β—‰
Wing area 168.0 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 14.9 m β—‰
Height 4.5 m β—‰
Length 17.8 m β—‰
Maximum speed 304 km/h β—‰
Operational range 240 km β—‰
Service ceiling 6,100 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 8,391 kg β—‰
Empty weight 5,371 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 682 kW β—‰

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the AH-1Z Viper or UH-1Y Venom?
The AH-1Z Viper is faster with a maximum speed of 411 km/h compared to the UH-1Y Venom's 304 km/h, a difference of 107 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-1Z Viper or UH-1Y Venom?
The AH-1Z Viper has a longer range at 690 km compared to the UH-1Y Venom's 240 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-1Z Viper or UH-1Y Venom?
The UH-1Y Venom has a higher service ceiling at 6,100 meters (20,013 ft) compared to the AH-1Z Viper's 6,100 meters (20,013 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-1Z Viper or UH-1Y Venom?
The UH-1Y Venom has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,391 kg compared to the AH-1Z Viper's 8,391 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-1Z Viper or UH-1Y Venom?
The UH-1Y Venom is longer at 17.8 meters compared to the AH-1Z Viper's 17.8 meters.
Which entered service first, the AH-1Z Viper or UH-1Y Venom?
The UH-1Y Venom entered service first in 2008, 2 years before the AH-1Z Viper which entered service in 2010.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-1Z Viper or UH-1Y Venom?
The AH-1Z Viper has been produced in greater numbers with 195 units compared to 160 units of the UH-1Y Venom.