206 JetRanger vs Ka-31

Overview

The 206 JetRanger and the Ka-31 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Kamov respectively.

Top speed is 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger vs 250 km/h for the Ka-31. The 206 JetRanger has an operational range of 624 km vs 600 km for the Ka-31. At 12,500 kg MTOW, the Ka-31 is 5.0x the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.

The 206 JetRanger has been produced in 7,300 units vs 28 for the Ka-31. The 206 JetRanger first flew 21 years before the Ka-31 (1966 vs 1987).

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 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
Soviet naval airborne early warning and control helicopter, developed in the late 1980s, deployed in naval operations by Russia, China, and India.
Kamov Ka-31 Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ Ex-USSR
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Kamov
First flight 1 January 1987
Year introduced 1995
Number produced 28 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
Max. takeoff weight 2,495 kg β—‰
Empty weight 1,737 kg
Total thrust 1 x 485 kW β—‰
Wing area 397.2 mΒ²
Wingspan 15.9 m β—‰
Height 5.6 m β—‰
Length 12.5 m β—‰
Maximum speed 250 km/h β—‰
Operational range 600 km β—‰
Service ceiling -- m
Max. takeoff weight 12,500 kg β—‰
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 2 x 932 kW β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the 206 JetRanger or Ka-31?
The Ka-31 is faster with a maximum speed of 250 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 24 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 206 JetRanger or Ka-31?
The 206 JetRanger has a longer range at 624 km compared to the Ka-31's 600 km.
Which can fly higher, the 206 JetRanger or Ka-31?
The 206 JetRanger has a higher service ceiling at 4,572 meters (15,000 ft) compared to the Ka-31's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the 206 JetRanger or Ka-31?
The Ka-31 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12,500 kg compared to the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
Which is larger, the 206 JetRanger or Ka-31?
The 206 JetRanger is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the Ka-31's 12.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the 206 JetRanger or Ka-31?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 28 years before the Ka-31 which entered service in 1995.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 206 JetRanger or Ka-31?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 28 units of the Ka-31.