206 JetRanger vs EC665 Tiger
Overview
The 206 JetRanger and the EC665 Tiger are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Eurocopter respectively.
Top speed is 226 km/h for the 206 JetRanger vs 315 km/h for the EC665 Tiger. The 206 JetRanger has an operational range of 624 km vs 800 km for the EC665 Tiger. The 206 JetRanger operates at altitudes up to 4,572 m compared to 2,000 m for the EC665 Tiger. At 6,100 kg MTOW, the EC665 Tiger is 2.4x the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in 7,300 units vs 180 for the EC665 Tiger. Unit cost is $1.3M for the 206 JetRanger vs $36M for the EC665 Tiger. The 206 JetRanger first flew 25 years before the EC665 Tiger (1966 vs 1991).
| 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 |
| German-French attack helicopter, primarily deployed in Afghanistan, Libya, and Mali for anti-armor, fire support, and reconnaissance missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Eurocopter |
| First flight | 27 April 1991 |
| Year introduced | 2002 |
| Number produced | 180 units |
| Average unit price | $36 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 | 4.5 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 15.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 315 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 800 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 2,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,100 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 4,200 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 479 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 206 JetRanger or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger is faster with a maximum speed of 315 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 89 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 206 JetRanger or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger has a longer range at 800 km compared to the 206 JetRanger's 624 km.
Which can fly higher, the 206 JetRanger or EC665 Tiger?
The 206 JetRanger has a higher service ceiling at 4,572 meters (15,000 ft) compared to the EC665 Tiger's 2,000 meters (6,561 ft).
Which is heavier, the 206 JetRanger or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,100 kg compared to the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
Which is larger, the 206 JetRanger or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger is longer at 15.8 meters compared to the 206 JetRanger's 12.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 206 JetRanger or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger is more expensive at approximately $36 million per unit compared to the 206 JetRanger at $1.3 million.
Which entered service first, the 206 JetRanger or EC665 Tiger?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 35 years before the EC665 Tiger which entered service in 2002.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 206 JetRanger or EC665 Tiger?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 180 units of the EC665 Tiger.