Scout vs Wasp

Overview

The Scout and the Wasp are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Westland and Westland respectively.

Top speed is 211 km/h for the Scout vs 193 km/h for the Wasp. The Scout has an operational range of 507 km vs 487 km for the Wasp. The Scout operates at altitudes up to 5,400 m compared to 3,700 m for the Wasp.

The Scout has been produced in 150 units vs 133 for the Wasp. The Scout first flew 2 years before the Wasp (1960 vs 1962).

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.
Westland Scout Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Westland
First flight 29 August 1960
Year introduced 1963
Number produced 150 units
Average unit price --
British turbine-powered, shipboard anti-submarine helicopter, developed in the 1960s, used primarily for maritime operations.
Westland Wasp Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Westland
First flight 28 October 1962
Year introduced 1964
Number produced 133 units
Average unit price --
Wing area 75.9 m² ◉
Wingspan 9.8 m â—‰
Height 2.7 m â—‰
Length 9.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 211 km/h â—‰
Operational range 507 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,400 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,404 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,466 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 511 kW â—‰
Wing area 75.9 m² ◉
Wingspan 9.8 m â—‰
Height 2.7 m â—‰
Length 12.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 193 km/h â—‰
Operational range 487 km â—‰
Service ceiling 3,700 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,495 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,566 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 530 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Scout or Wasp?
The Scout is faster with a maximum speed of 211 km/h compared to the Wasp's 193 km/h, a difference of 18 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Scout or Wasp?
The Scout has a longer range at 507 km compared to the Wasp's 487 km.
Which can fly higher, the Scout or Wasp?
The Scout has a higher service ceiling at 5,400 meters (17,716 ft) compared to the Wasp's 3,700 meters (12,139 ft).
Which is heavier, the Scout or Wasp?
The Wasp has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,495 kg compared to the Scout's 2,404 kg.
Which is larger, the Scout or Wasp?
The Wasp is longer at 12.3 meters compared to the Scout's 9.2 meters.
Which entered service first, the Scout or Wasp?
The Scout entered service first in 1963, 1 years before the Wasp which entered service in 1964.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Scout or Wasp?
The Scout has been produced in greater numbers with 150 units compared to 133 units of the Wasp.