AS332 Super Puma vs H225M / EC725 Caracal

Overview

The AS332 Super Puma and the H225M / EC725 Caracal are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Aérospatiale and Airbus Helicopters respectively.

Top speed is 327 km/h for the AS332 Super Puma vs 324 km/h for the H225M / EC725 Caracal. The AS332 Super Puma has an operational range of 851 km vs 930 km for the H225M / EC725 Caracal. The H225M / EC725 Caracal operates at altitudes up to 6,100 m compared to 5,180 m for the AS332 Super Puma.

The AS332 Super Puma has been produced in 890 units vs 90 for the H225M / EC725 Caracal. The AS332 Super Puma first flew 22 years before the H225M / EC725 Caracal (1978 vs 2000).

French medium-sized utility helicopter, developed in the late 1970s, extensively used for military transport, offshore support, and search-and-rescue operations.
Aérospatiale AS332 Super Puma Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Aérospatiale
First flight 13 September 1978
Year introduced 1981
Number produced 890 units
Average unit price --
European long-range tactical transport military helicopter, featuring advanced avionics and systems, used for roles including troop transport and special operations.
Airbus Helicopters H225M / EC725 Caracal Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇩🇪 Germany 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Airbus Helicopters
First flight 27 November 2000
Year introduced 2005
Number produced 90 units
Average unit price $70 million
Wing area 206.1 m²
Wingspan 16.2 m
Height 5.0 m
Length 16.8 m
Maximum speed 327 km/h
Operational range 851 km
Service ceiling 5,180 m
Max. takeoff weight 9,150 kg
Empty weight 4,660 kg
Total thrust 2 x 688 kW
Wing area -- m²
Wingspan 16.2 m
Height 4.6 m
Length 19.5 m
Maximum speed 324 km/h
Operational range 930 km
Service ceiling 6,100 m
Max. takeoff weight 11,200 kg
Empty weight 5,330 kg
Total thrust 2 x 888 kW

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the AS332 Super Puma or H225M / EC725 Caracal?
The AS332 Super Puma is faster with a maximum speed of 327 km/h compared to the H225M / EC725 Caracal's 324 km/h, a difference of 3 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AS332 Super Puma or H225M / EC725 Caracal?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal has a longer range at 930 km compared to the AS332 Super Puma's 851 km.
Which can fly higher, the AS332 Super Puma or H225M / EC725 Caracal?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal has a higher service ceiling at 6,100 meters (20,013 ft) compared to the AS332 Super Puma's 5,180 meters (16,994 ft).
Which is heavier, the AS332 Super Puma or H225M / EC725 Caracal?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 11,200 kg compared to the AS332 Super Puma's 9,150 kg.
Which is larger, the AS332 Super Puma or H225M / EC725 Caracal?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal is longer at 19.5 meters compared to the AS332 Super Puma's 16.8 meters.
Which entered service first, the AS332 Super Puma or H225M / EC725 Caracal?
The AS332 Super Puma entered service first in 1981, 24 years before the H225M / EC725 Caracal which entered service in 2005.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AS332 Super Puma or H225M / EC725 Caracal?
The AS332 Super Puma has been produced in greater numbers with 890 units compared to 90 units of the H225M / EC725 Caracal.