206 JetRanger vs H175

The 206 JetRanger and the H175 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Airbus Helicopters respectively. Top speed is 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger vs 315 km/h for the H175. The 206 JetRanger has an operational range of 624 km vs 1,259 km for the H175. The H175 operates at altitudes up to 6,000 m compared to 4,572 m for the 206 JetRanger. At 7,800 kg MTOW, the H175 is 3.1x the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg. The 206 JetRanger first flew 43 years before the H175 (1966 vs 2009).

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
European super-medium utility helicopter, developed in the early 21st century, utilized for oil and gas industry support, search and rescue, and corporate transportation.
Airbus Helicopters H175 Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Airbus Helicopters
First flight 17 December 2009
Year introduced 2014
Number produced N/A
Average unit price --
Wing area -- m²
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—‰
Wing area 172.0 m²
Wingspan 14.8 m â—‰
Height 5.3 m â—‰
Length 18.1 m â—‰
Maximum speed 315 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,259 km â—‰
Service ceiling 6,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 7,800 kg â—‰
Empty weight 4,603 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 662 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the 206 JetRanger or H175?
The H175 is faster with a maximum speed of 315 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 89 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 206 JetRanger or H175?
The H175 has a longer range at 1,259 km compared to the 206 JetRanger's 624 km.
Which can fly higher, the 206 JetRanger or H175?
The H175 has a higher service ceiling at 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) compared to the 206 JetRanger's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 206 JetRanger or H175?
The H175 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 7,800 kg compared to the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
Which is larger, the 206 JetRanger or H175?
The H175 is longer at 18.1 meters compared to the 206 JetRanger's 12.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the 206 JetRanger or H175?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 47 years before the H175 which entered service in 2014.