206 JetRanger vs HH-52 Seaguard

Overview

The 206 JetRanger and the HH-52 Seaguard are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Sikorsky respectively.

Top speed is 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger vs 176 km/h for the HH-52 Seaguard. The 206 JetRanger has an operational range of 624 km vs 763 km for the HH-52 Seaguard. The 206 JetRanger operates at altitudes up to 4,572 m compared to 3,400 m for the HH-52 Seaguard.

The 206 JetRanger has been produced in 7,300 units vs 175 for the HH-52 Seaguard. The HH-52 Seaguard first flew 8 years before the 206 JetRanger (1958 vs 1966).

American light helicopter, well known for civilian, military, emergency medical services, and offshore oil support roles since the 1960s.
Bell 206 JetRanger military helicopters side profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ 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
American amphibious search and rescue helicopter, developed in the late 1950s and widely operated by the United States Coast Guard for air-sea rescue missions until the late 1980s.
Sikorsky HH-52 Seaguard military helicopters side profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Sikorsky
First flight 14 May 1958
Year introduced 1963
Number produced 175 units
Average unit price --
Wing area -- mΒ²
Wingspan 10.2 m β—‰
Height 3.9 m β—‰
Length 12.9 m β—‰
Maximum speed 226 km/h β—‰
Operational range 624 km β—‰
Service ceiling 4,572 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,495 kg β—‰
Empty weight 1,737 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 485 kW β—‰
Wing area 204.9 mΒ²
Wingspan 16.0 m β—‰
Height 4.9 m β—‰
Length 13.6 m β—‰
Maximum speed 176 km/h β—‰
Operational range 763 km β—‰
Service ceiling 3,400 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 3,765 kg β—‰
Empty weight 2,306 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 540 kW β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the 206 JetRanger or HH-52 Seaguard?
The 206 JetRanger is faster with a maximum speed of 226 km/h compared to the HH-52 Seaguard's 176 km/h, a difference of 50 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 206 JetRanger or HH-52 Seaguard?
The HH-52 Seaguard has a longer range at 763 km compared to the 206 JetRanger's 624 km.
Which can fly higher, the 206 JetRanger or HH-52 Seaguard?
The 206 JetRanger has a higher service ceiling at 4,572 meters (15,000 ft) compared to the HH-52 Seaguard's 3,400 meters (11,154 ft).
Which is heavier, the 206 JetRanger or HH-52 Seaguard?
The HH-52 Seaguard has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,765 kg compared to the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
Which is larger, the 206 JetRanger or HH-52 Seaguard?
The HH-52 Seaguard is longer at 13.6 meters compared to the 206 JetRanger's 12.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the 206 JetRanger or HH-52 Seaguard?
The HH-52 Seaguard entered service first in 1963, 4 years before the 206 JetRanger which entered service in 1967.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 206 JetRanger or HH-52 Seaguard?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 175 units of the HH-52 Seaguard.