206 JetRanger vs KUH-1 Surion
The 206 JetRanger and the KUH-1 Surion are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and KAI respectively. Top speed is 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger vs 270 km/h for the KUH-1 Surion. The 206 JetRanger has an operational range of 624 km vs 828 km for the KUH-1 Surion. The 206 JetRanger operates at altitudes up to 4,572 m compared to 3,048 m for the KUH-1 Surion. At 8,709 kg MTOW, the KUH-1 Surion is 3.5x the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg. The 206 JetRanger has been produced in 7,300 units vs 170 for the KUH-1 Surion. Unit cost is $1.3M for the 206 JetRanger vs $21M for the KUH-1 Surion. The 206 JetRanger first flew 44 years before the KUH-1 Surion (1966 vs 2010).
| American light helicopter, well known for civilian, military, emergency medical services, and offshore oil support roles since the 1960s. | |
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| 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 |
| South Korean utility helicopter, utilized mainly for troop transportation and medevac, active in military operations since 2013. | |
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| Origin country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | KAI |
| First flight | 10 March 2010 |
| Year introduced | 2013 |
| Number produced | 170 units |
| Average unit price | $21 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 â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 485 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 15.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 19.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 270 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 828 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 3,048 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,709 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,973 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,228 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 206 JetRanger or KUH-1 Surion?
The KUH-1 Surion is faster with a maximum speed of 270 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 44 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 206 JetRanger or KUH-1 Surion?
The KUH-1 Surion has a longer range at 828 km compared to the 206 JetRanger's 624 km.
Which can fly higher, the 206 JetRanger or KUH-1 Surion?
The 206 JetRanger has a higher service ceiling at 4,572 meters (15,000 ft) compared to the KUH-1 Surion's 3,048 meters (10,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 206 JetRanger or KUH-1 Surion?
The KUH-1 Surion has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,709 kg compared to the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
Which is larger, the 206 JetRanger or KUH-1 Surion?
The KUH-1 Surion is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the 206 JetRanger's 12.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 206 JetRanger or KUH-1 Surion?
The KUH-1 Surion is more expensive at approximately $21 million per unit compared to the 206 JetRanger at $1.3 million.
Which entered service first, the 206 JetRanger or KUH-1 Surion?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 46 years before the KUH-1 Surion which entered service in 2013.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 206 JetRanger or KUH-1 Surion?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 170 units of the KUH-1 Surion.