Bell 47 vs Ka-226 Hoodlum-C
Overview
The Bell 47 and the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Kamov respectively.
Top speed is 169 km/h for the Bell 47 vs 205 km/h for the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C. The Bell 47 has an operational range of 396 km vs 600 km for the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C. At 3,450 kg MTOW, the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C is 2.6x the Bell 47's 1,338 kg.
The Bell 47 has been produced in 5,600 units vs 269 for the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C. The Bell 47 first flew 51 years before the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C (1946 vs 1997).
| 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 | -- |
| Russian light utility helicopter, operational since late 20th century, frequently deployed for medical, policing and aerial work. | |
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| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Kamov |
| First flight | 4 September 1997 |
| Year introduced | 2002 |
| Number produced | 269 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 | 13.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.2 m ◉ |
| Length | 8.1 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 205 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 600 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,200 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,450 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,950 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 168 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Bell 47 or Ka-226 Hoodlum-C?
The Ka-226 Hoodlum-C is faster with a maximum speed of 205 km/h compared to the Bell 47's 169 km/h, a difference of 36 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bell 47 or Ka-226 Hoodlum-C?
The Ka-226 Hoodlum-C has a longer range at 600 km compared to the Bell 47's 396 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bell 47 or Ka-226 Hoodlum-C?
The Ka-226 Hoodlum-C has a higher service ceiling at 6,200 meters (20,341 ft) compared to the Bell 47's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bell 47 or Ka-226 Hoodlum-C?
The Ka-226 Hoodlum-C has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,450 kg compared to the Bell 47's 1,338 kg.
Which is larger, the Bell 47 or Ka-226 Hoodlum-C?
The Bell 47 is longer at 9.6 meters compared to the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C's 8.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the Bell 47 or Ka-226 Hoodlum-C?
The Bell 47 entered service first in 1946, 56 years before the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C which entered service in 2002.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bell 47 or Ka-226 Hoodlum-C?
The Bell 47 has been produced in greater numbers with 5,600 units compared to 269 units of the Ka-226 Hoodlum-C.