Bo 105 vs H135M / EC365
The Bo 105 and the H135M / EC365 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by MBB and Airbus Helicopters respectively. Top speed is 270 km/h for the Bo 105 vs 287 km/h for the H135M / EC365. The Bo 105 has an operational range of 657 km vs 630 km for the H135M / EC365. The H135M / EC365 operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 5,182 m for the Bo 105. The Bo 105 has been produced in 1,500 units vs 1,400 for the H135M / EC365. Unit cost is $0.55M for the Bo 105 vs $12M for the H135M / EC365. The Bo 105 first flew 27 years before the H135M / EC365 (1967 vs 1994).
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 | 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 Bo 105 or H135M / EC365?
The H135M / EC365 is faster with a maximum speed of 287 km/h compared to the Bo 105's 270 km/h, a difference of 17 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bo 105 or H135M / EC365?
The Bo 105 has a longer range at 657 km compared to the H135M / EC365's 630 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bo 105 or H135M / EC365?
The H135M / EC365 has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the Bo 105's 5,182 meters (17,001 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bo 105 or H135M / EC365?
The H135M / EC365 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,900 kg compared to the Bo 105's 2,700 kg.
Which is larger, the Bo 105 or H135M / EC365?
The H135M / EC365 is longer at 12.2 meters compared to the Bo 105's 11.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Bo 105 or H135M / EC365?
The H135M / EC365 is more expensive at approximately $12 million per unit compared to the Bo 105 at $0.6 million.
Which entered service first, the Bo 105 or H135M / EC365?
The Bo 105 entered service first in 1970, 26 years before the H135M / EC365 which entered service in 1996.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bo 105 or H135M / EC365?
The Bo 105 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,500 units compared to 1,400 units of the H135M / EC365.