429 GlobalRanger vs H145M / EC645

Canadian light utility helicopter, recognized for emergency medical, law enforcement, and corporate transport services since 2009.
Picture of 429 GlobalRanger
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Bell
First flight 27 February 2007
Year introduced 2009
Number produced 325 units
Average unit price $7.3 million
German utility helicopter, recognized for military application and primarily used for search and rescue, medical evacuation, and troop transportation.
Picture of H145M / EC645
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Airbus Helicopters
First flight 12 June 1999
Year introduced 2002
Number produced 1500 units
Average unit price $25 million
Height 4.1 m â—‰
Length 12.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 287 km/h
Operational range 720 km â—‰
Service ceiling 6,096 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 3,175 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,925 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 466 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of Bell 429 GlobalRanger
Height 3.5 m â—‰
Length 13.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range 660 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,486 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 3,585 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,792 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 550 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of Airbus Helicopters H145M / EC645

Performance Radar Chart

Photo of 429 GlobalRanger by Saberwyn. Photo of H145M / EC645 by Airbus / Christian Keller.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the 429 GlobalRanger or H145M / EC645?
The 429 GlobalRanger is faster with a maximum speed of 287 km/h compared to the H145M / EC645's 0 km/h, a difference of 287 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 429 GlobalRanger or H145M / EC645?
The 429 GlobalRanger has a longer range at 720 km compared to the H145M / EC645's 660 km.
Which can fly higher, the 429 GlobalRanger or H145M / EC645?
The 429 GlobalRanger has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the H145M / EC645's 5,486 meters (17,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the 429 GlobalRanger or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,585 kg compared to the 429 GlobalRanger's 3,175 kg.
Which is larger, the 429 GlobalRanger or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 is longer at 13.0 meters compared to the 429 GlobalRanger's 12.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 429 GlobalRanger or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the 429 GlobalRanger at $7.3 million.
Which entered service first, the 429 GlobalRanger or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 entered service first in 2002, 7 years before the 429 GlobalRanger which entered service in 2009.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 429 GlobalRanger or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,500 units compared to 325 units of the 429 GlobalRanger.