Bell 47 vs H135M / EC365
Overview
The Bell 47 and the H135M / EC365 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Airbus Helicopters respectively.
Top speed is 169 km/h for the Bell 47 vs 287 km/h for the H135M / EC365. The Bell 47 has an operational range of 396 km vs 630 km for the H135M / EC365. At 2,900 kg MTOW, the H135M / EC365 is 2.2x the Bell 47's 1,338 kg.
The Bell 47 has been produced in 5,600 units vs 1,400 for the H135M / EC365. The Bell 47 first flew 48 years before the H135M / EC365 (1946 vs 1994).
| 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 | -- |
| 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 |
| 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 | 10.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 12.2 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 287 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 630 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,900 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,490 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 260 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Bell 47 or H135M / EC365?
The H135M / EC365 is faster with a maximum speed of 287 km/h compared to the Bell 47's 169 km/h, a difference of 118 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bell 47 or H135M / EC365?
The H135M / EC365 has a longer range at 630 km compared to the Bell 47's 396 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bell 47 or H135M / EC365?
The H135M / EC365 has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the Bell 47's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bell 47 or H135M / EC365?
The H135M / EC365 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,900 kg compared to the Bell 47's 1,338 kg.
Which is larger, the Bell 47 or H135M / EC365?
The H135M / EC365 is longer at 12.2 meters compared to the Bell 47's 9.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the Bell 47 or H135M / EC365?
The Bell 47 entered service first in 1946, 50 years before the H135M / EC365 which entered service in 1996.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bell 47 or H135M / EC365?
The Bell 47 has been produced in greater numbers with 5,600 units compared to 1,400 units of the H135M / EC365.