Comparison of Agusta Westland AW109 Power and MD Explorer [S]ave
| Attribute |  Agusta Westland AW109 Power × |  MD Explorer × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | AgustaWestland | MD Helicopters |
| Model | Agusta Westland AW109 Power | MD Explorer |
| Country | United Kingdom | United States |
| Manufactured from (year) | 1976 | 1992 |
| Type | Mid Size Helicopters | Mid Size Helicopters |
| Icao | A109 | EXPL |
| Performance | ||
| Engine | 2x 2 x Pratt & Whitney Canada PW206C | 2x 2 × Pratt & Whitney PW207E turboshafts |
| Power, hp (hp) | 560 | 550 |
| Avionics | - | Digital avionics including FADEC |
| Max cruise speed (km/h) | 285 | 250 |
| Travel range (km) | 948 | 693 |
| Fuel economy (km/l) | 1.135 | 1.15 |
| Service ceiling (m) | 5,974 | 5,334 |
| Rate of climb (m/sec) | 9.8 | 10.5 |
| Weights | ||
| Max take off weight (kg) | 3,000 | 3,130 |
| Max payload (kg) | 1,260 | 1,417 |
| Fuel tank capacity (l) | 837 | 602 |
| Baggage volume (m³) | 0.95 | - |
| Dimensions | ||
| Seats | 8 | 6 |
| Cabin height (m) | 1.28 | 1.24 |
| Cabin width (m) | 1.61 | 1.45 |
| Cabin length (m) | 2.1 | 1.91 |
| Exterior length (m) | 13.4 | 11.38 |
| Tail height (m) | 3.5 | 3.66 |
| Fuselage diameter (m) | 1.8 | 1.7 |
| Wing span (m) | 11 | 10.3 |
| Wing tips | No Winglets | No Winglets |
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