206 JetRanger vs H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2

The 206 JetRanger and the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Airbus Helicopters respectively. Top speed is 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger vs 324 km/h for the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2. The 206 JetRanger has an operational range of 624 km vs 790 km for the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2. The 206 JetRanger operates at altitudes up to 4,572 m compared to 4,572 m for the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2. The 206 JetRanger has been produced in 7,300 units vs 116 for the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2. The 206 JetRanger first flew 31 years before the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 (1966 vs 1997).

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 multi-role helicopter, modern variant known for its use in offshore transportation and emergency medical services globally.
Airbus Helicopters H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Airbus Helicopters
First flight 17 June 1997
Year introduced 1999
Number produced 116 units
Average unit price $-- 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 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 713 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the 206 JetRanger or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 is faster with a maximum speed of 324 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 98 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 206 JetRanger or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 has a longer range at 790 km compared to the 206 JetRanger's 624 km.
Which can fly higher, the 206 JetRanger or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 has a higher service ceiling at 4,572 meters (15,000 ft) compared to the 206 JetRanger's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 206 JetRanger or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,920 kg compared to the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
Which is larger, the 206 JetRanger or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 is longer at 14.3 meters compared to the 206 JetRanger's 12.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the 206 JetRanger or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 32 years before the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 which entered service in 1999.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 206 JetRanger or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 116 units of the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2.