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. | |
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| 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. | |
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| 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.