206 JetRanger vs SA 315B Lama
Overview
The 206 JetRanger and the SA 315B Lama are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Aérospatiale respectively.
Top speed is 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger vs 192 km/h for the SA 315B Lama. The 206 JetRanger has an operational range of 624 km vs 515 km for the SA 315B Lama. The SA 315B Lama operates at altitudes up to 5,400 m compared to 4,572 m for the 206 JetRanger.
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in 7,300 units vs 400 for the SA 315B Lama. The 206 JetRanger first flew 3 years before the SA 315B Lama (1966 vs 1969).
| 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 |
| French single-engined utility helicopter, developed in the late 1960s and introduced in the early 1970s, designed specifically for exceptional high-altitude operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Aérospatiale |
| First flight | 17 March 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1971 |
| Number produced | 400 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 | 95.4 m² |
| Wingspan | 11.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 10.2 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 192 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 515 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,400 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,300 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,021 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 649 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 206 JetRanger or SA 315B Lama?
The 206 JetRanger is faster with a maximum speed of 226 km/h compared to the SA 315B Lama's 192 km/h, a difference of 34 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 206 JetRanger or SA 315B Lama?
The 206 JetRanger has a longer range at 624 km compared to the SA 315B Lama's 515 km.
Which can fly higher, the 206 JetRanger or SA 315B Lama?
The SA 315B Lama has a higher service ceiling at 5,400 meters (17,716 ft) compared to the 206 JetRanger's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 206 JetRanger or SA 315B Lama?
The 206 JetRanger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,495 kg compared to the SA 315B Lama's 2,300 kg.
Which is larger, the 206 JetRanger or SA 315B Lama?
The 206 JetRanger is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the SA 315B Lama's 10.2 meters.
Which entered service first, the 206 JetRanger or SA 315B Lama?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 4 years before the SA 315B Lama which entered service in 1971.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 206 JetRanger or SA 315B Lama?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 400 units of the SA 315B Lama.