206 JetRanger vs OH-6 Cayuse
Overview
The 206 JetRanger and the OH-6 Cayuse are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Hughes Helicopters respectively.
Top speed is 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger vs 240 km/h for the OH-6 Cayuse. The 206 JetRanger has an operational range of 624 km vs 610 km for the OH-6 Cayuse. The OH-6 Cayuse operates at altitudes up to 4,800 m compared to 4,572 m for the 206 JetRanger. At 2,495 kg MTOW, the 206 JetRanger is 2.0x the OH-6 Cayuse's 1,225 kg.
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in 7,300 units vs 1,422 for the OH-6 Cayuse. The OH-6 Cayuse first flew 3 years before the 206 JetRanger (1963 vs 1966).
| 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 light observation helicopter, introduced in the mid-1960s, designed for personnel transport, escort, and observation missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Hughes Helicopters |
| First flight | 27 February 1963 |
| Year introduced | 1966 |
| Number produced | 1422 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 10.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 12.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 226 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 624 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,572 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,495 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,737 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 485 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | 50.6 m² |
| Wingspan | 8.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 9.2 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 240 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 610 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,800 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,225 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 557 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 236 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 206 JetRanger or OH-6 Cayuse?
The OH-6 Cayuse is faster with a maximum speed of 240 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 14 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 206 JetRanger or OH-6 Cayuse?
The 206 JetRanger has a longer range at 624 km compared to the OH-6 Cayuse's 610 km.
Which can fly higher, the 206 JetRanger or OH-6 Cayuse?
The OH-6 Cayuse has a higher service ceiling at 4,800 meters (15,748 ft) compared to the 206 JetRanger's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 206 JetRanger or OH-6 Cayuse?
The 206 JetRanger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,495 kg compared to the OH-6 Cayuse's 1,225 kg.
Which is larger, the 206 JetRanger or OH-6 Cayuse?
The 206 JetRanger is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the OH-6 Cayuse's 9.2 meters.
Which entered service first, the 206 JetRanger or OH-6 Cayuse?
The OH-6 Cayuse entered service first in 1966, 1 years before the 206 JetRanger which entered service in 1967.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 206 JetRanger or OH-6 Cayuse?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 1,422 units of the OH-6 Cayuse.