206 JetRanger vs SH-60 Seahawk
Overview
The 206 JetRanger and the SH-60 Seahawk are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Sikorsky respectively.
Top speed is 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger vs 270 km/h for the SH-60 Seahawk. The 206 JetRanger has an operational range of 624 km vs 830 km for the SH-60 Seahawk. The 206 JetRanger operates at altitudes up to 4,572 m compared to 3,700 m for the SH-60 Seahawk. At 9,926 kg MTOW, the SH-60 Seahawk is 4.0x the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in 7,300 units vs 938 for the SH-60 Seahawk. The 206 JetRanger first flew 13 years before the SH-60 Seahawk (1966 vs 1979).
| 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 twin-engine multi-mission maritime helicopter, developed in the late 1970s, widely deployed for anti-submarine warfare, search and rescue, and naval utility operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Sikorsky |
| First flight | 12 December 1979 |
| Year introduced | 1984 |
| Number produced | 938 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 | 210.2 m² |
| Wingspan | 16.4 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.2 m ◉ |
| Length | 19.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 270 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 830 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 3,700 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 9,926 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 6,895 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 705 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 206 JetRanger or SH-60 Seahawk?
The SH-60 Seahawk is faster with a maximum speed of 270 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 44 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 206 JetRanger or SH-60 Seahawk?
The SH-60 Seahawk has a longer range at 830 km compared to the 206 JetRanger's 624 km.
Which can fly higher, the 206 JetRanger or SH-60 Seahawk?
The 206 JetRanger has a higher service ceiling at 4,572 meters (15,000 ft) compared to the SH-60 Seahawk's 3,700 meters (12,139 ft).
Which is heavier, the 206 JetRanger or SH-60 Seahawk?
The SH-60 Seahawk has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 9,926 kg compared to the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
Which is larger, the 206 JetRanger or SH-60 Seahawk?
The SH-60 Seahawk is longer at 19.7 meters compared to the 206 JetRanger's 12.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the 206 JetRanger or SH-60 Seahawk?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 17 years before the SH-60 Seahawk which entered service in 1984.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 206 JetRanger or SH-60 Seahawk?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 938 units of the SH-60 Seahawk.