Bell 430 vs H135M / EC365
| American commercial helicopter, actively utilized globally for medical services and executive transportation since the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 25 October 1994 |
| Year introduced | 1995 |
| Number produced | 136 units |
| Average unit price | $10 million |
| European light utility helicopter, prominent in law enforcement, medical services, and military operations worldwide since the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| First flight | 15 February 1994 |
| Year introduced | 1996 |
| Number produced | 1400 units |
| Average unit price | $12 million |
| Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 278 km/h |
| Operational range | 600 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,218 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,406 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 585 kW â—‰ |
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| Height | 3.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 630 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,900 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,490 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 519 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Bell 430 by Bell.
Photo of H135M / EC365 by Peter Bakema.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Bell 430 or H135M / EC365?
The Bell 430 is faster with a maximum speed of 278 km/h compared to the H135M / EC365's 0 km/h, a difference of 278 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bell 430 or H135M / EC365?
The H135M / EC365 has a longer range at 630 km compared to the Bell 430's 600 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bell 430 or H135M / EC365?
The H135M / EC365 has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the Bell 430's 6,096 meters (20,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bell 430 or H135M / EC365?
The Bell 430 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,218 kg compared to the H135M / EC365's 2,900 kg.
Which is larger, the Bell 430 or H135M / EC365?
The Bell 430 is longer at 15.3 meters compared to the H135M / EC365's 12.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Bell 430 or H135M / EC365?
The H135M / EC365 is more expensive at approximately $12 million per unit compared to the Bell 430 at $10 million.
Which entered service first, the Bell 430 or H135M / EC365?
The Bell 430 entered service first in 1995, 1 years before the H135M / EC365 which entered service in 1996.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bell 430 or H135M / EC365?
The H135M / EC365 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,400 units compared to 136 units of the Bell 430.