Bo 105 vs SA315 Alouette II
Overview
The Bo 105 and the SA315 Alouette II are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by MBB and Aérospatiale respectively.
Top speed is 270 km/h for the Bo 105 vs 192 km/h for the SA315 Alouette II. The Bo 105 has an operational range of 657 km vs 565 km for the SA315 Alouette II. The Bo 105 operates at altitudes up to 5,182 m compared to 2,300 m for the SA315 Alouette II.
The Bo 105 has been produced in 1,500 units vs 1,300 for the SA315 Alouette II. The SA315 Alouette II first flew 12 years before the Bo 105 (1955 vs 1967).
| 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 light helicopter, renowned for its high-altitude service in the Himalayas during the 1960s and subsequent global deployments. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Aérospatiale |
| First flight | 12 March 1955 |
| Year introduced | 1957 |
| Number produced | 1300 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 | 2.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 9.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 192 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 565 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 2,300 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,600 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 895 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 343 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Bo 105 or SA315 Alouette II?
The Bo 105 is faster with a maximum speed of 270 km/h compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 192 km/h, a difference of 78 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bo 105 or SA315 Alouette II?
The Bo 105 has a longer range at 657 km compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 565 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bo 105 or SA315 Alouette II?
The Bo 105 has a higher service ceiling at 5,182 meters (17,001 ft) compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 2,300 meters (7,545 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bo 105 or SA315 Alouette II?
The Bo 105 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,700 kg compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 1,600 kg.
Which is larger, the Bo 105 or SA315 Alouette II?
The Bo 105 is longer at 11.9 meters compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 9.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the Bo 105 or SA315 Alouette II?
The SA315 Alouette II entered service first in 1957, 13 years before the Bo 105 which entered service in 1970.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bo 105 or SA315 Alouette II?
The Bo 105 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,500 units compared to 1,300 units of the SA315 Alouette II.