206 JetRanger vs S-92 Superhawk

American light helicopter, well known for civilian, military, emergency medical services, and offshore oil support roles since the 1960s.
206 JetRanger Helicopter photo
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 civilian utility and military helicopter, known for significant use in search-and-rescue missions worldwide since the 2000s.
S-92 Superhawk Helicopter photo
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Sikorsky
First flight 23 December 1998
Year introduced 2004
Number produced 300 units
Average unit price $32 million
Wingspan 10.2 m â—‰
Height 3.9 m
Length 12.9 m
Maximum speed 226 km/h â—‰
Operational range 624 km â—‰
Service ceiling 4,572 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,495 kg
Empty weight 1,737 kg
Total thrust 1 x 485 kW â—‰
Bell 206 JetRanger Helicopter profile drawing
Wingspan 17.2 m â—‰
Height -- m
Length -- m
Maximum speed 306 km/h â—‰
Operational range 850 km â—‰
Service ceiling 4,267 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight -- kg
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 0 â—‰
Sikorsky S-92 Superhawk Helicopter profile drawing

Performance Radar Chart

Photo of S-92 Superhawk by Ronnie Robertson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the 206 JetRanger or S-92 Superhawk?
The S-92 Superhawk 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 S-92 Superhawk?
The S-92 Superhawk has a longer range at 850 km compared to the 206 JetRanger's 624 km.
Which can fly higher, the 206 JetRanger or S-92 Superhawk?
The 206 JetRanger has a higher service ceiling at 4,572 meters (15,000 ft) compared to the S-92 Superhawk's 4,267 meters (13,999 ft).
Which is heavier, the 206 JetRanger or S-92 Superhawk?
The 206 JetRanger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,495 kg compared to the S-92 Superhawk's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the 206 JetRanger or S-92 Superhawk?
The 206 JetRanger is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the S-92 Superhawk's 0.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 206 JetRanger or S-92 Superhawk?
The S-92 Superhawk is more expensive at approximately $32 million per unit compared to the 206 JetRanger at $1.3 million.
Which entered service first, the 206 JetRanger or S-92 Superhawk?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 37 years before the S-92 Superhawk which entered service in 2004.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 206 JetRanger or S-92 Superhawk?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 300 units of the S-92 Superhawk.