206 JetRanger vs H160M Guépard

Overview

The 206 JetRanger and the H160M Guépard are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Airbus Helicopters respectively.

Top speed is 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger vs 325 km/h for the H160M Guépard. The 206 JetRanger has an operational range of 624 km vs 880 km for the H160M Guépard. The H160M Guépard operates at altitudes up to 5,900 m compared to 4,572 m for the 206 JetRanger. At 5,670 kg MTOW, the H160M Guépard is 2.3x the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.

The 206 JetRanger has been produced in 7,300 units vs 1 for the H160M Guépard. The 206 JetRanger first flew 49 years before the H160M Guépard (1966 vs 2015).

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, predominantly utilized for military services and receivied first deployment in 2021.
Airbus Helicopters H160M Guépard Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Airbus Helicopters
First flight 13 March 2015
Year introduced 2021
Number produced 1 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 13.4 m
Height 4.0 m
Length 12.0 m
Maximum speed 325 km/h
Operational range 880 km
Service ceiling 5,900 m
Max. takeoff weight 5,670 kg
Empty weight 4,240 kg
Total thrust 2 x 478 kW

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the 206 JetRanger or H160M Guépard?
The H160M Guépard is faster with a maximum speed of 325 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 99 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 206 JetRanger or H160M Guépard?
The H160M Guépard has a longer range at 880 km compared to the 206 JetRanger's 624 km.
Which can fly higher, the 206 JetRanger or H160M Guépard?
The H160M Guépard has a higher service ceiling at 5,900 meters (19,356 ft) compared to the 206 JetRanger's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 206 JetRanger or H160M Guépard?
The H160M Guépard has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,670 kg compared to the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
Which is larger, the 206 JetRanger or H160M Guépard?
The 206 JetRanger is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the H160M Guépard's 12.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the 206 JetRanger or H160M Guépard?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 54 years before the H160M Guépard which entered service in 2021.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 206 JetRanger or H160M Guépard?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 1 units of the H160M Guépard.