206 JetRanger vs H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2
Overview
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. | |
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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 |
| 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 | -- |
| 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 | 12.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 14.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 324 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 790 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,572 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,920 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2,618 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 357 kW ◉ |
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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.