206 JetRanger vs MD-900
The 206 JetRanger and the MD-900 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and MD Helicopters respectively. Top speed is 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger vs 259 km/h for the MD-900. The 206 JetRanger has an operational range of 624 km vs 543 km for the MD-900. The MD-900 operates at altitudes up to 5,334 m compared to 4,572 m for the 206 JetRanger. The 206 JetRanger has been produced in 7,300 units vs 5 for the MD-900. The 206 JetRanger first flew 26 years before the MD-900 (1966 vs 1992).
| 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 |
| American civil utility helicopter, recognized for its quiet operation, used worldwide for law enforcement and air ambulance services. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | MD Helicopters |
| First flight | 18 December 1992 |
| Year introduced | 1994 |
| Number produced | 5 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 | 10.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 259 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 543 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,334 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,835 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,531 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 205 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 206 JetRanger or MD-900?
The MD-900 is faster with a maximum speed of 259 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 33 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 206 JetRanger or MD-900?
The 206 JetRanger has a longer range at 624 km compared to the MD-900's 543 km.
Which can fly higher, the 206 JetRanger or MD-900?
The MD-900 has a higher service ceiling at 5,334 meters (17,500 ft) compared to the 206 JetRanger's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 206 JetRanger or MD-900?
The MD-900 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,835 kg compared to the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
Which is larger, the 206 JetRanger or MD-900?
The 206 JetRanger is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the MD-900's 9.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the 206 JetRanger or MD-900?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 27 years before the MD-900 which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 206 JetRanger or MD-900?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 5 units of the MD-900.