206 JetRanger vs Oryx
Overview
The 206 JetRanger and the Oryx are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Atlas respectively.
Top speed is 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger vs 306 km/h for the Oryx. The 206 JetRanger has an operational range of 624 km vs 303 km for the Oryx. The Oryx operates at altitudes up to 7,162 m compared to 4,572 m for the 206 JetRanger. At 8,000 kg MTOW, the Oryx is 3.2x the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in 7,300 units vs 50 for the Oryx. The 206 JetRanger first flew 20 years before the Oryx (1966 vs 1986).
| 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 African medium-sized utility helicopter, developed in the 1980s and introduced in the early 1990s, used primarily for transport, search and rescue, and peacekeeping operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Atlas |
| First flight | 1 January 1986 |
| Year introduced | 1987 |
| Number produced | 50 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 | 191.0 m² |
| Wingspan | 15.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 15.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 306 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 303 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 7,162 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 3,600 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 700 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 206 JetRanger or Oryx?
The Oryx is faster with a maximum speed of 306 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 80 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 206 JetRanger or Oryx?
The 206 JetRanger has a longer range at 624 km compared to the Oryx's 303 km.
Which can fly higher, the 206 JetRanger or Oryx?
The Oryx has a higher service ceiling at 7,162 meters (23,497 ft) compared to the 206 JetRanger's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 206 JetRanger or Oryx?
The Oryx has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,000 kg compared to the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
Which is larger, the 206 JetRanger or Oryx?
The Oryx is longer at 15.4 meters compared to the 206 JetRanger's 12.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the 206 JetRanger or Oryx?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 20 years before the Oryx which entered service in 1987.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 206 JetRanger or Oryx?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 50 units of the Oryx.