OH-6 Cayuse vs Scout
Overview
The OH-6 Cayuse and the Scout are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Hughes Helicopters and Westland respectively.
Top speed is 240 km/h for the OH-6 Cayuse vs 211 km/h for the Scout. The OH-6 Cayuse has an operational range of 610 km vs 507 km for the Scout. The Scout operates at altitudes up to 5,400 m compared to 4,800 m for the OH-6 Cayuse.
The OH-6 Cayuse has been produced in 1,422 units vs 150 for the Scout. The Scout first flew 3 years before the OH-6 Cayuse (1960 vs 1963).
| American light observation helicopter, introduced in the mid-1960s, designed for personnel transport, escort, and observation missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Hughes Helicopters |
| First flight | 27 February 1963 |
| Year introduced | 1966 |
| Number produced | 1422 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| British light utility helicopter, developed in the late 1950s and operated from the 1960s to the 1990s, used primarily for observation, liaison, and light attack roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Westland |
| First flight | 29 August 1960 |
| Year introduced | 1963 |
| Number produced | 150 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | 50.6 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 9.2 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 240 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 610 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,800 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,225 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 557 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 236 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | 75.9 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.8 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 9.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 211 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 507 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,400 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,404 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,466 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 511 kW ◉ |
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Detailed Comparison
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the OH-6 Cayuse or Scout?
The OH-6 Cayuse is faster with a maximum speed of 240 km/h compared to the Scout's 211 km/h, a difference of 29 km/h.
Which has longer range, the OH-6 Cayuse or Scout?
The OH-6 Cayuse has a longer range at 610 km compared to the Scout's 507 km.
Which can fly higher, the OH-6 Cayuse or Scout?
The Scout has a higher service ceiling at 5,400 meters (17,716 ft) compared to the OH-6 Cayuse's 4,800 meters (15,748 ft).
Which is heavier, the OH-6 Cayuse or Scout?
The Scout has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,404 kg compared to the OH-6 Cayuse's 1,225 kg.
Which is larger, the OH-6 Cayuse or Scout?
The Scout is longer at 9.2 meters compared to the OH-6 Cayuse's 9.2 meters.
Which entered service first, the OH-6 Cayuse or Scout?
The Scout entered service first in 1963, 3 years before the OH-6 Cayuse which entered service in 1966.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the OH-6 Cayuse or Scout?
The OH-6 Cayuse has been produced in greater numbers with 1,422 units compared to 150 units of the Scout.