Bell 47 vs H120 / EC120 Colibri
Overview
The Bell 47 and the H120 / EC120 Colibri are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Airbus Helicopters respectively.
Top speed is 169 km/h for the Bell 47 vs 278 km/h for the H120 / EC120 Colibri. The Bell 47 has an operational range of 396 km vs 727 km for the H120 / EC120 Colibri.
The Bell 47 has been produced in 5,600 units vs 700 for the H120 / EC120 Colibri. The Bell 47 first flew 49 years before the H120 / EC120 Colibri (1946 vs 1995).
| 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 utility helicopter, notable for widespread civil use and law enforcement operations since the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| First flight | 9 June 1995 |
| Year introduced | 1998 |
| Number produced | 700 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 | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 10.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 278 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 727 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 17,600 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,700 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 950 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 376 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Bell 47 or H120 / EC120 Colibri?
The H120 / EC120 Colibri is faster with a maximum speed of 278 km/h compared to the Bell 47's 169 km/h, a difference of 109 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bell 47 or H120 / EC120 Colibri?
The H120 / EC120 Colibri has a longer range at 727 km compared to the Bell 47's 396 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bell 47 or H120 / EC120 Colibri?
The H120 / EC120 Colibri has a higher service ceiling at 17,600 meters (57,742 ft) compared to the Bell 47's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bell 47 or H120 / EC120 Colibri?
The H120 / EC120 Colibri has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,700 kg compared to the Bell 47's 1,338 kg.
Which is larger, the Bell 47 or H120 / EC120 Colibri?
The H120 / EC120 Colibri is longer at 11.5 meters compared to the Bell 47's 9.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the Bell 47 or H120 / EC120 Colibri?
The Bell 47 entered service first in 1946, 52 years before the H120 / EC120 Colibri which entered service in 1998.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bell 47 or H120 / EC120 Colibri?
The Bell 47 has been produced in greater numbers with 5,600 units compared to 700 units of the H120 / EC120 Colibri.