Bo 105 vs H145M / EC645
| 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 | $0.6 million |
| German utility helicopter, recognized for military application and primarily used for search and rescue, medical evacuation, and troop transportation. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| First flight | 12 June 1999 |
| Year introduced | 2002 |
| Number produced | 1500 units |
| Average unit price | $25 million |
| Height | 3.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.9 m â—‰ |
| Operational range | 657 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,182 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,675 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 332 kW â—‰ |
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| Height | 3.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.0 m â—‰ |
| Operational range | 660 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,486 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,585 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,792 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 550 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Bo 105 by Cephas.
Photo of H145M / EC645 by Airbus / Christian Keller.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has longer range, the Bo 105 or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 has a longer range at 660 km compared to the Bo 105's 657 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bo 105 or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 has a higher service ceiling at 5,486 meters (17,998 ft) compared to the Bo 105's 5,182 meters (17,001 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bo 105 or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,585 kg compared to the Bo 105's 2,700 kg.
Which is larger, the Bo 105 or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 is longer at 13.0 meters compared to the Bo 105's 11.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Bo 105 or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the Bo 105 at $0.6 million.
Which entered service first, the Bo 105 or H145M / EC645?
The Bo 105 entered service first in 1970, 32 years before the H145M / EC645 which entered service in 2002.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bo 105 or H145M / EC645?
Both the Bo 105 and H145M / EC645 have been produced in equal numbers with 1,500 units each.