429 GlobalRanger vs Ka-226 Hoodlum-C

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
Russian light utility helicopter, operational since late 20th century, frequently deployed for medical, policing and aerial work.
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Kamov
First flight 4 September 1997
Year introduced 2002
Number produced 269 units
Average unit price $-- million
Height 4.1 m â—‰
Length 12.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 287 km/h â—‰
Operational range 720 km
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 4.2 m â—‰
Length 8.1 m â—‰
Maximum speed 205 km/h â—‰
Operational range -- km
Service ceiling 6,200 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 3,450 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,950 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 336 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of Kamov Ka-226 Hoodlum-C

Performance Radar Chart

Photo of 429 GlobalRanger by Saberwyn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the 429 GlobalRanger or Ka-226 Hoodlum-C?
The 429 GlobalRanger is faster with a maximum speed of 287 km/h compared to the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C's 205 km/h, a difference of 82 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 429 GlobalRanger or Ka-226 Hoodlum-C?
The 429 GlobalRanger has a longer range at 720 km compared to the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the 429 GlobalRanger or Ka-226 Hoodlum-C?
The Ka-226 Hoodlum-C has a higher service ceiling at 6,200 meters (20,341 ft) compared to the 429 GlobalRanger's 6,096 meters (20,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 429 GlobalRanger or Ka-226 Hoodlum-C?
The Ka-226 Hoodlum-C has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,450 kg compared to the 429 GlobalRanger's 3,175 kg.
Which is larger, the 429 GlobalRanger or Ka-226 Hoodlum-C?
The 429 GlobalRanger is longer at 12.7 meters compared to the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C's 8.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the 429 GlobalRanger or Ka-226 Hoodlum-C?
The Ka-226 Hoodlum-C 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 Ka-226 Hoodlum-C?
The 429 GlobalRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 325 units compared to 269 units of the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C.