AS565 Panther vs H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2
The AS565 Panther and the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Airbus Helicopters and Airbus Helicopters respectively. Top speed is 306 km/h for the AS565 Panther vs 324 km/h for the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2. The AS565 Panther has an operational range of 827 km vs 790 km for the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2. The AS565 Panther operates at altitudes up to 5,865 m compared to 4,572 m for the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2. The AS565 Panther first flew 13 years before the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 (1984 vs 1997).
| 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 |
| French multi-role helicopter, modern variant known for its use in offshore transportation and emergency medical services globally. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| First flight | 17 June 1997 |
| Year introduced | 1999 |
| Number produced | 116 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 318 kW â—‰ |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 12.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 324 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 790 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,572 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,920 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,618 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 357 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AS565 Panther or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 is faster with a maximum speed of 324 km/h compared to the AS565 Panther's 306 km/h, a difference of 18 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AS565 Panther or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The AS565 Panther has a longer range at 827 km compared to the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2's 790 km.
Which can fly higher, the AS565 Panther or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The AS565 Panther has a higher service ceiling at 5,865 meters (19,242 ft) compared to the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the AS565 Panther or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,920 kg compared to the AS565 Panther's 4,300 kg.
Which is larger, the AS565 Panther or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 is longer at 14.3 meters compared to the AS565 Panther's 13.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the AS565 Panther or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The AS565 Panther entered service first in 1986, 13 years before the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 which entered service in 1999.