Bo 105 vs SA321 Super Frelon
The Bo 105 and the SA321 Super Frelon are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by MBB and Aérospatiale respectively. Top speed is 270 km/h for the Bo 105 vs 275 km/h for the SA321 Super Frelon. The Bo 105 has an operational range of 657 km vs 1,020 km for the SA321 Super Frelon. The Bo 105 operates at altitudes up to 5,182 m compared to 3,100 m for the SA321 Super Frelon. At 13,000 kg MTOW, the SA321 Super Frelon is 4.8x the Bo 105's 2,700 kg. The Bo 105 has been produced in 1,500 units vs 110 for the SA321 Super Frelon. Unit cost is $0.55M for the Bo 105 vs $3.5M for the SA321 Super Frelon. The SA321 Super Frelon first flew 5 years before the Bo 105 (1962 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 heavy transport helicopter, operational during the Cold War, prominently used by China, France, and Israel. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Aérospatiale |
| First flight | 7 December 1962 |
| Year introduced | 1966 |
| Number produced | 110 units |
| Average unit price | $3.5 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 | 18.9 m ◉ |
| Height | 6.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 23.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 275 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,020 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 3,100 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 6,865 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 3 x 385 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Bo 105 or SA321 Super Frelon?
The SA321 Super Frelon is faster with a maximum speed of 275 km/h compared to the Bo 105's 270 km/h, a difference of 5 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bo 105 or SA321 Super Frelon?
The SA321 Super Frelon has a longer range at 1,020 km compared to the Bo 105's 657 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bo 105 or SA321 Super Frelon?
The Bo 105 has a higher service ceiling at 5,182 meters (17,001 ft) compared to the SA321 Super Frelon's 3,100 meters (10,170 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bo 105 or SA321 Super Frelon?
The SA321 Super Frelon has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the Bo 105's 2,700 kg.
Which is larger, the Bo 105 or SA321 Super Frelon?
The SA321 Super Frelon is longer at 23.0 meters compared to the Bo 105's 11.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Bo 105 or SA321 Super Frelon?
The SA321 Super Frelon is more expensive at approximately $3.5 million per unit compared to the Bo 105 at $0.6 million.
Which entered service first, the Bo 105 or SA321 Super Frelon?
The SA321 Super Frelon entered service first in 1966, 4 years before the Bo 105 which entered service in 1970.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bo 105 or SA321 Super Frelon?
The Bo 105 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,500 units compared to 110 units of the SA321 Super Frelon.