206 JetRanger vs Ka-60 Kasatka

The 206 JetRanger and the Ka-60 Kasatka are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Kamov respectively. Top speed is 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger vs 300 km/h for the Ka-60 Kasatka. The 206 JetRanger has an operational range of 624 km vs 700 km for the Ka-60 Kasatka. The Ka-60 Kasatka operates at altitudes up to 5,150 m compared to 4,572 m for the 206 JetRanger. At 6,500 kg MTOW, the Ka-60 Kasatka is 2.6x the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg. The 206 JetRanger has been produced in 7,300 units vs 2 for the Ka-60 Kasatka. The 206 JetRanger first flew 32 years before the Ka-60 Kasatka (1966 vs 1998).

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
Russian multipurpose helicopter, developed in the 1990s, employed primarily for transport, search and rescue, and medical evacuation.
Kamov Ka-60 Kasatka Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Kamov
First flight 10 December 1998
Year introduced --
Number produced 2 units
Average unit price $-- million
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
Total thrust 1 x 485 kW â—‰
Wingspan 13.5 m â—‰
Height 4.6 m â—‰
Length 15.6 m â—‰
Maximum speed 300 km/h â—‰
Operational range 700 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,150 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 6,500 kg â—‰
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 2 x 956 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the 206 JetRanger or Ka-60 Kasatka?
The Ka-60 Kasatka is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 74 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 206 JetRanger or Ka-60 Kasatka?
The Ka-60 Kasatka has a longer range at 700 km compared to the 206 JetRanger's 624 km.
Which can fly higher, the 206 JetRanger or Ka-60 Kasatka?
The Ka-60 Kasatka has a higher service ceiling at 5,150 meters (16,896 ft) compared to the 206 JetRanger's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 206 JetRanger or Ka-60 Kasatka?
The Ka-60 Kasatka has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,500 kg compared to the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
Which is larger, the 206 JetRanger or Ka-60 Kasatka?
The Ka-60 Kasatka is longer at 15.6 meters compared to the 206 JetRanger's 12.9 meters.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 206 JetRanger or Ka-60 Kasatka?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 2 units of the Ka-60 Kasatka.