206 JetRanger vs H135M / EC365
The 206 JetRanger and the H135M / EC365 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Airbus Helicopters respectively. Top speed is 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger vs 287 km/h for the H135M / EC365. The 206 JetRanger has an operational range of 624 km vs 630 km for the H135M / EC365. The H135M / EC365 operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 4,572 m for the 206 JetRanger. The 206 JetRanger has been produced in 7,300 units vs 1,400 for the H135M / EC365. Unit cost is $1.3M for the 206 JetRanger vs $12M for the H135M / EC365. The 206 JetRanger first flew 28 years before the H135M / EC365 (1966 vs 1994).
| 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 |
| European light utility helicopter, prominent in law enforcement, medical services, and military operations worldwide since the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| First flight | 15 February 1994 |
| Year introduced | 1996 |
| Number produced | 1400 units |
| Average unit price | $12 million |
| 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—‰ |
| Wingspan | 10.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 287 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 630 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,900 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,490 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 519 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 206 JetRanger or H135M / EC365?
The H135M / EC365 is faster with a maximum speed of 287 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 61 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 206 JetRanger or H135M / EC365?
The H135M / EC365 has a longer range at 630 km compared to the 206 JetRanger's 624 km.
Which can fly higher, the 206 JetRanger or H135M / EC365?
The H135M / EC365 has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the 206 JetRanger's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 206 JetRanger or H135M / EC365?
The H135M / EC365 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,900 kg compared to the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
Which is larger, the 206 JetRanger or H135M / EC365?
The 206 JetRanger is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the H135M / EC365's 12.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 206 JetRanger or H135M / EC365?
The H135M / EC365 is more expensive at approximately $12 million per unit compared to the 206 JetRanger at $1.3 million.
Which entered service first, the 206 JetRanger or H135M / EC365?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 29 years before the H135M / EC365 which entered service in 1996.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 206 JetRanger or H135M / EC365?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 1,400 units of the H135M / EC365.