AS565 Panther vs 206 JetRanger
The AS565 Panther and the 206 JetRanger are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Airbus Helicopters and Bell respectively. Top speed is 306 km/h for the AS565 Panther vs 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger. The AS565 Panther has an operational range of 827 km vs 624 km for the 206 JetRanger. The AS565 Panther operates at altitudes up to 5,865 m compared to 4,572 m for the 206 JetRanger. Unit cost is $7M for the AS565 Panther vs $1.3M for the 206 JetRanger. The 206 JetRanger first flew 18 years before the AS565 Panther (1966 vs 1984).
| French multipurpose military helicopter, used extensively in combat search and rescue, antisubmarine warfare, and transport tasks since the 1980s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| First flight | 28 February 1984 |
| Year introduced | 1986 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | $7 million |
| American light helicopter, well known for civilian, military, emergency medical services, and offshore oil support roles since the 1960s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 10 January 1966 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 7300 units |
| Average unit price | $1.3 million |
| Wing area | 112.0 m² |
| Wingspan | 11.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 306 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 827 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,865 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,300 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,380 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 635 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 10.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 226 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 624 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,572 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,495 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,737 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 485 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AS565 Panther or 206 JetRanger?
The AS565 Panther is faster with a maximum speed of 306 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 80 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AS565 Panther or 206 JetRanger?
The AS565 Panther has a longer range at 827 km compared to the 206 JetRanger's 624 km.
Which can fly higher, the AS565 Panther or 206 JetRanger?
The AS565 Panther has a higher service ceiling at 5,865 meters (19,242 ft) compared to the 206 JetRanger's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the AS565 Panther or 206 JetRanger?
The AS565 Panther has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,300 kg compared to the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
Which is larger, the AS565 Panther or 206 JetRanger?
The AS565 Panther is longer at 13.7 meters compared to the 206 JetRanger's 12.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AS565 Panther or 206 JetRanger?
The AS565 Panther is more expensive at approximately $7.0 million per unit compared to the 206 JetRanger at $1.3 million.
Which entered service first, the AS565 Panther or 206 JetRanger?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 19 years before the AS565 Panther which entered service in 1986.