Bell 47 vs H225M / EC725 Caracal
Overview
The Bell 47 and the H225M / EC725 Caracal are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Airbus Helicopters respectively.
Top speed is 169 km/h for the Bell 47 vs 324 km/h for the H225M / EC725 Caracal. The Bell 47 has an operational range of 396 km vs 930 km for the H225M / EC725 Caracal. At 11,200 kg MTOW, the H225M / EC725 Caracal is 8.4x the Bell 47's 1,338 kg.
The Bell 47 has been produced in 5,600 units vs 90 for the H225M / EC725 Caracal. The Bell 47 first flew 54 years before the H225M / EC725 Caracal (1946 vs 2000).
| 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 long-range tactical transport military helicopter, featuring advanced avionics and systems, used for roles including troop transport and special operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| First flight | 27 November 2000 |
| Year introduced | 2005 |
| Number produced | 90 units |
| Average unit price | $70 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 | 16.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.6 m ◉ |
| Length | 19.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 324 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 930 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,100 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 11,200 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 5,330 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 888 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Bell 47 or H225M / EC725 Caracal?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal is faster with a maximum speed of 324 km/h compared to the Bell 47's 169 km/h, a difference of 155 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bell 47 or H225M / EC725 Caracal?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal has a longer range at 930 km compared to the Bell 47's 396 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bell 47 or H225M / EC725 Caracal?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal has a higher service ceiling at 6,100 meters (20,013 ft) compared to the Bell 47's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bell 47 or H225M / EC725 Caracal?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 11,200 kg compared to the Bell 47's 1,338 kg.
Which is larger, the Bell 47 or H225M / EC725 Caracal?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal is longer at 19.5 meters compared to the Bell 47's 9.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the Bell 47 or H225M / EC725 Caracal?
The Bell 47 entered service first in 1946, 59 years before the H225M / EC725 Caracal which entered service in 2005.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bell 47 or H225M / EC725 Caracal?
The Bell 47 has been produced in greater numbers with 5,600 units compared to 90 units of the H225M / EC725 Caracal.