Bo 105 vs H125M / AS550 Fennec
Overview
The Bo 105 and the H125M / AS550 Fennec are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by MBB and Aérospatiale respectively.
Top speed is 270 km/h for the Bo 105 vs 260 km/h for the H125M / AS550 Fennec. The Bo 105 has an operational range of 657 km vs 720 km for the H125M / AS550 Fennec. The Bo 105 operates at altitudes up to 5,182 m compared to 4,600 m for the H125M / AS550 Fennec.
The Bo 105 has been produced in 1,500 units vs 531 for the H125M / AS550 Fennec. Unit cost is $0.55M for the Bo 105 vs $5M for the H125M / AS550 Fennec. The Bo 105 first flew 7 years before the H125M / AS550 Fennec (1967 vs 1974).
| German light, twin-engine helicopter, known for its use in emergency medical services and military operations worldwide since the 1970s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | MBB |
| First flight | 16 February 1967 |
| Year introduced | 1970 |
| Number produced | 1500 units |
| Average unit price | $550K |
| French military variant helicopter, notable for service in Desert Storm and Afghanistan, widely employed for scouting and light attack roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Aérospatiale |
| First flight | 27 June 1974 |
| Year introduced | 1990 |
| Number produced | 531 units |
| Average unit price | $5 million |
| Wingspan | 9.8 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 270 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 657 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,182 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,700 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,675 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 166 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.9 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 10.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 260 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 720 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,600 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,250 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,174 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 632 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Bo 105 or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The Bo 105 is faster with a maximum speed of 270 km/h compared to the H125M / AS550 Fennec's 260 km/h, a difference of 10 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bo 105 or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The H125M / AS550 Fennec has a longer range at 720 km compared to the Bo 105's 657 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bo 105 or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The Bo 105 has a higher service ceiling at 5,182 meters (17,001 ft) compared to the H125M / AS550 Fennec's 4,600 meters (15,091 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bo 105 or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The Bo 105 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,700 kg compared to the H125M / AS550 Fennec's 2,250 kg.
Which is larger, the Bo 105 or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The Bo 105 is longer at 11.9 meters compared to the H125M / AS550 Fennec's 10.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Bo 105 or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The H125M / AS550 Fennec is more expensive at approximately $5.0 million per unit compared to the Bo 105 at $0.6 million.
Which entered service first, the Bo 105 or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The Bo 105 entered service first in 1970, 20 years before the H125M / AS550 Fennec which entered service in 1990.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bo 105 or H125M / AS550 Fennec?
The Bo 105 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,500 units compared to 531 units of the H125M / AS550 Fennec.