Bell 47 vs Cabri G2
Overview
The Bell 47 and the Cabri G2 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Guimbal respectively.
Top speed is 169 km/h for the Bell 47 vs 185 km/h for the Cabri G2. The Bell 47 has an operational range of 396 km vs 700 km for the Cabri G2.
The Bell 47 has been produced in 5,600 units vs 300 for the Cabri G2. The Bell 47 first flew 59 years before the Cabri G2 (1946 vs 2005).
| American single-rotor light helicopter, developed in the mid-1940s and utilized for a wide range of civilian and military applications including reconnaissance and medical evacuation. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 1 January 1946 |
| Year introduced | 1946 |
| Number produced | 5600 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| French light helicopter, prevalent in the 21st century, primarily utilized for training and surveillance purposes globally. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Guimbal |
| First flight | 31 March 2005 |
| Year introduced | 2008 |
| Number produced | 300 units |
| Average unit price | $390K |
| Wing area | 100.8 m² |
| Wingspan | 11.3 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 9.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 169 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 396 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,338 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 859 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 210 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 7.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 8.1 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 185 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 700 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 2,286 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 700 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 420 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 108 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Bell 47 or Cabri G2?
The Cabri G2 is faster with a maximum speed of 185 km/h compared to the Bell 47's 169 km/h, a difference of 16 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bell 47 or Cabri G2?
The Cabri G2 has a longer range at 700 km compared to the Bell 47's 396 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bell 47 or Cabri G2?
The Cabri G2 has a higher service ceiling at 2,286 meters (7,500 ft) compared to the Bell 47's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bell 47 or Cabri G2?
The Bell 47 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,338 kg compared to the Cabri G2's 700 kg.
Which is larger, the Bell 47 or Cabri G2?
The Bell 47 is longer at 9.6 meters compared to the Cabri G2's 8.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the Bell 47 or Cabri G2?
The Bell 47 entered service first in 1946, 62 years before the Cabri G2 which entered service in 2008.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bell 47 or Cabri G2?
The Bell 47 has been produced in greater numbers with 5,600 units compared to 300 units of the Cabri G2.