AS565 Panther vs Ka-27 Helix
Overview
The AS565 Panther and the Ka-27 Helix are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Airbus Helicopters and Kamov respectively.
Top speed is 306 km/h for the AS565 Panther vs 270 km/h for the Ka-27 Helix. The AS565 Panther has an operational range of 827 km vs 980 km for the Ka-27 Helix. The AS565 Panther operates at altitudes up to 5,865 m compared to 5,000 m for the Ka-27 Helix. At 12,000 kg MTOW, the Ka-27 Helix is 2.8x the AS565 Panther's 4,300 kg.
The Ka-27 Helix first flew 11 years before the AS565 Panther (1973 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 |
| Soviet maritime helicopter, primarily deployed for anti-submarine warfare and rescue operations during the Cold War era. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Kamov |
| First flight | 8 August 1973 |
| Year introduced | 1982 |
| Number produced | 201 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 | 15.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 270 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 980 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,500 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 830 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AS565 Panther or Ka-27 Helix?
The AS565 Panther is faster with a maximum speed of 306 km/h compared to the Ka-27 Helix's 270 km/h, a difference of 36 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AS565 Panther or Ka-27 Helix?
The Ka-27 Helix has a longer range at 980 km compared to the AS565 Panther's 827 km.
Which can fly higher, the AS565 Panther or Ka-27 Helix?
The AS565 Panther has a higher service ceiling at 5,865 meters (19,242 ft) compared to the Ka-27 Helix's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the AS565 Panther or Ka-27 Helix?
The Ka-27 Helix has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,000 kg compared to the AS565 Panther's 4,300 kg.
Which is larger, the AS565 Panther or Ka-27 Helix?
The AS565 Panther is longer at 13.7 meters compared to the Ka-27 Helix's 11.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the AS565 Panther or Ka-27 Helix?
The Ka-27 Helix entered service first in 1982, 4 years before the AS565 Panther which entered service in 1986.