Bell 47 vs CH-54 Tarhe
Overview
The Bell 47 and the CH-54 Tarhe are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Sikorsky respectively.
Top speed is 169 km/h for the Bell 47 vs 240 km/h for the CH-54 Tarhe. The Bell 47 has an operational range of 396 km vs 370 km for the CH-54 Tarhe. At 21,319 kg MTOW, the CH-54 Tarhe is 16:1 the Bell 47's 1,338 kg.
The Bell 47 has been produced in 5,600 units vs 105 for the CH-54 Tarhe. The Bell 47 first flew 16 years before the CH-54 Tarhe (1946 vs 1962).
| 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 | -- |
| American twin-engine heavy-lift helicopter, developed in the early 1960s, primarily used for logistical support and heavy transport during the Vietnam War. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Sikorsky |
| First flight | 9 May 1962 |
| Year introduced | 1963 |
| Number produced | 105 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 | 378.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 22.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 7.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 27.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 240 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 370 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 11,000 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 21,319 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 8,981 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,800 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Bell 47 or CH-54 Tarhe?
The CH-54 Tarhe is faster with a maximum speed of 240 km/h compared to the Bell 47's 169 km/h, a difference of 71 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bell 47 or CH-54 Tarhe?
The Bell 47 has a longer range at 396 km compared to the CH-54 Tarhe's 370 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bell 47 or CH-54 Tarhe?
The CH-54 Tarhe has a higher service ceiling at 11,000 meters (36,089 ft) compared to the Bell 47's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bell 47 or CH-54 Tarhe?
The CH-54 Tarhe has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 21,319 kg compared to the Bell 47's 1,338 kg.
Which is larger, the Bell 47 or CH-54 Tarhe?
The CH-54 Tarhe is longer at 27.0 meters compared to the Bell 47's 9.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the Bell 47 or CH-54 Tarhe?
The Bell 47 entered service first in 1946, 17 years before the CH-54 Tarhe which entered service in 1963.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bell 47 or CH-54 Tarhe?
The Bell 47 has been produced in greater numbers with 5,600 units compared to 105 units of the CH-54 Tarhe.