206 JetRanger vs SA321 Super Frelon
The 206 JetRanger and the SA321 Super Frelon are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Aérospatiale respectively. Top speed is 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger vs 275 km/h for the SA321 Super Frelon. The 206 JetRanger has an operational range of 624 km vs 1,020 km for the SA321 Super Frelon. The 206 JetRanger operates at altitudes up to 4,572 m compared to 3,100 m for the SA321 Super Frelon. At 13,000 kg MTOW, the SA321 Super Frelon is 5.2x the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg. The 206 JetRanger has been produced in 7,300 units vs 110 for the SA321 Super Frelon. Unit cost is $1.3M for the 206 JetRanger vs $3.5M for the SA321 Super Frelon. The SA321 Super Frelon first flew 4 years before the 206 JetRanger (1962 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 |
| French heavy transport helicopter, operational during the Cold War, prominently used by China, France, and Israel. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Aérospatiale |
| First flight | 7 December 1962 |
| Year introduced | 1966 |
| Number produced | 110 units |
| Average unit price | $3.5 million |
| 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 ◉ |
| Wingspan | 18.9 m ◉ |
| Height | 6.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 23.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 275 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,020 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 3,100 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 6,865 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 3 x 385 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 206 JetRanger or SA321 Super Frelon?
The SA321 Super Frelon is faster with a maximum speed of 275 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 49 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 206 JetRanger or SA321 Super Frelon?
The SA321 Super Frelon has a longer range at 1,020 km compared to the 206 JetRanger's 624 km.
Which can fly higher, the 206 JetRanger or SA321 Super Frelon?
The 206 JetRanger has a higher service ceiling at 4,572 meters (15,000 ft) compared to the SA321 Super Frelon's 3,100 meters (10,170 ft).
Which is heavier, the 206 JetRanger or SA321 Super Frelon?
The SA321 Super Frelon has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
Which is larger, the 206 JetRanger or SA321 Super Frelon?
The SA321 Super Frelon is longer at 23.0 meters compared to the 206 JetRanger's 12.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 206 JetRanger or SA321 Super Frelon?
The SA321 Super Frelon is more expensive at approximately $3.5 million per unit compared to the 206 JetRanger at $1.3 million.
Which entered service first, the 206 JetRanger or SA321 Super Frelon?
The SA321 Super Frelon 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 SA321 Super Frelon?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 110 units of the SA321 Super Frelon.