Bo 105 vs SA315 Alouette II
| German light, twin-engine helicopter, known for its use in emergency medical services and military operations worldwide since the 1970s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | MBB |
| First flight | 16 February 1967 |
| Year introduced | 1970 |
| Number produced | 1500 units |
| Average unit price | $0.6 million |
| French light helicopter, renowned for its high-altitude service in the Himalayas during the 1960s and subsequent global deployments. | |
| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Aérospatiale |
| First flight | 12 March 1955 |
| Year introduced | 1957 |
| Number produced | 1300 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Wingspan | 9.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 270 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 657 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,182 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,675 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 332 kW â—‰ |
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| Wingspan | 10.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 192 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 565 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 2,300 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,600 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 895 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 343 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Bo 105 by Cephas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Bo 105 or SA315 Alouette II?
The Bo 105 is faster with a maximum speed of 270 km/h compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 192 km/h, a difference of 78 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bo 105 or SA315 Alouette II?
The Bo 105 has a longer range at 657 km compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 565 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bo 105 or SA315 Alouette II?
The Bo 105 has a higher service ceiling at 5,182 meters (17,001 ft) compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 2,300 meters (7,545 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bo 105 or SA315 Alouette II?
The Bo 105 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,700 kg compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 1,600 kg.
Which is larger, the Bo 105 or SA315 Alouette II?
The Bo 105 is longer at 11.9 meters compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 9.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the Bo 105 or SA315 Alouette II?
The SA315 Alouette II entered service first in 1957, 13 years before the Bo 105 which entered service in 1970.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bo 105 or SA315 Alouette II?
The Bo 105 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,500 units compared to 1,300 units of the SA315 Alouette II.