Bo 105 vs OH-1 Ninja
| 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 |
| Japanese observation helicopter, employed mainly since the late 1990s, with significant use in Japan's Ground Self-Defense Force reconnaissance. | |
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| Origin country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Kawasaki |
| First flight | 6 August 1996 |
| Year introduced | 2000 |
| Number produced | 38 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Height | 3.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| 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 | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 278 km/h |
| Operational range | 550 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,880 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,450 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 664 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Bo 105 by Cephas.
Photo of OH-1 Ninja by 陸上自衛隊.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Bo 105 or OH-1 Ninja?
The OH-1 Ninja is faster with a maximum speed of 278 km/h compared to the Bo 105's 0 km/h, a difference of 278 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bo 105 or OH-1 Ninja?
The Bo 105 has a longer range at 657 km compared to the OH-1 Ninja's 550 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bo 105 or OH-1 Ninja?
The Bo 105 has a higher service ceiling at 5,182 meters (17,001 ft) compared to the OH-1 Ninja's 4,880 meters (16,010 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bo 105 or OH-1 Ninja?
The OH-1 Ninja has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,000 kg compared to the Bo 105's 2,700 kg.
Which is larger, the Bo 105 or OH-1 Ninja?
The OH-1 Ninja is longer at 12.0 meters compared to the Bo 105's 11.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the Bo 105 or OH-1 Ninja?
The Bo 105 entered service first in 1970, 30 years before the OH-1 Ninja which entered service in 2000.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bo 105 or OH-1 Ninja?
The Bo 105 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,500 units compared to 38 units of the OH-1 Ninja.