206 JetRanger vs H125M / AS550 Fennec

The 206 JetRanger and the H125M / AS550 Fennec are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Aérospatiale respectively. Top speed is 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger vs 260 km/h for the H125M / AS550 Fennec. The 206 JetRanger has an operational range of 624 km vs 720 km for the H125M / AS550 Fennec. The H125M / AS550 Fennec operates at altitudes up to 4,600 m compared to 4,572 m for the 206 JetRanger. The 206 JetRanger has been produced in 7,300 units vs 531 for the H125M / AS550 Fennec. Unit cost is $1.3M for the 206 JetRanger vs $5M for the H125M / AS550 Fennec. The 206 JetRanger first flew 8 years before the H125M / AS550 Fennec (1966 vs 1974).

American light helicopter, well known for civilian, military, emergency medical services, and offshore oil support roles since the 1960s.
Bell 206 JetRanger Helicopter profile drawing
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
French military variant helicopter, notable for service in Desert Storm and Afghanistan, widely employed for scouting and light attack roles.
Aérospatiale H125M / AS550 Fennec Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Aérospatiale
First flight 27 June 1974
Year introduced 1990
Number produced 531 units
Average unit price $5 million
Wingspan 10.2 m
Height 3.9 m
Length 12.9 m
Maximum speed 226 km/h
Operational range 624 km
Service ceiling 4,572 m
Max. takeoff weight 2,495 kg
Empty weight 1,737 kg
Total thrust 1 x 485 kW
Wingspan 12.9 m
Height 3.1 m
Length 10.9 m
Maximum speed 260 km/h
Operational range 720 km
Service ceiling 4,600 m
Max. takeoff weight 2,250 kg
Empty weight 1,174 kg
Total thrust 1 x 632 kW

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the 206 JetRanger or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The H125M / AS550 Fennec is faster with a maximum speed of 260 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 34 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 206 JetRanger or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The H125M / AS550 Fennec has a longer range at 720 km compared to the 206 JetRanger's 624 km.
Which can fly higher, the 206 JetRanger or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The H125M / AS550 Fennec has a higher service ceiling at 4,600 meters (15,091 ft) compared to the 206 JetRanger's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 206 JetRanger or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The 206 JetRanger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,495 kg compared to the H125M / AS550 Fennec's 2,250 kg.
Which is larger, the 206 JetRanger or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The 206 JetRanger is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the H125M / AS550 Fennec's 10.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 206 JetRanger or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The H125M / AS550 Fennec is more expensive at approximately $5.0 million per unit compared to the 206 JetRanger at $1.3 million.
Which entered service first, the 206 JetRanger or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 23 years before the H125M / AS550 Fennec which entered service in 1990.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 206 JetRanger or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 531 units of the H125M / AS550 Fennec.