Bo 105 vs EC665 Tiger

Overview

The Bo 105 and the EC665 Tiger are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by MBB and Eurocopter respectively.

Top speed is 270 km/h for the Bo 105 vs 315 km/h for the EC665 Tiger. The Bo 105 has an operational range of 657 km vs 800 km for the EC665 Tiger. The Bo 105 operates at altitudes up to 5,182 m compared to 2,000 m for the EC665 Tiger. At 6,100 kg MTOW, the EC665 Tiger is 2.3x the Bo 105's 2,700 kg.

The Bo 105 has been produced in 1,500 units vs 180 for the EC665 Tiger. Unit cost is $0.55M for the Bo 105 vs $36M for the EC665 Tiger. The Bo 105 first flew 24 years before the EC665 Tiger (1967 vs 1991).

German light, twin-engine helicopter, known for its use in emergency medical services and military operations worldwide since the 1970s.
MBB Bo 105 Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇩🇪 Germany
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer MBB
First flight 16 February 1967
Year introduced 1970
Number produced 1500 units
Average unit price $550K
German-French attack helicopter, primarily deployed in Afghanistan, Libya, and Mali for anti-armor, fire support, and reconnaissance missions.
Eurocopter EC665 Tiger Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇩🇪 Germany 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Eurocopter
First flight 27 April 1991
Year introduced 2002
Number produced 180 units
Average unit price $36 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 4.5 m
Height 3.8 m
Length 15.8 m
Maximum speed 315 km/h
Operational range 800 km
Service ceiling 2,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 6,100 kg
Empty weight 4,200 kg
Total thrust 2 x 479 kW

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Bo 105 or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger is faster with a maximum speed of 315 km/h compared to the Bo 105's 270 km/h, a difference of 45 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bo 105 or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger has a longer range at 800 km compared to the Bo 105's 657 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bo 105 or EC665 Tiger?
The Bo 105 has a higher service ceiling at 5,182 meters (17,001 ft) compared to the EC665 Tiger's 2,000 meters (6,561 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bo 105 or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,100 kg compared to the Bo 105's 2,700 kg.
Which is larger, the Bo 105 or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger is longer at 15.8 meters compared to the Bo 105's 11.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Bo 105 or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger is more expensive at approximately $36 million per unit compared to the Bo 105 at $0.6 million.
Which entered service first, the Bo 105 or EC665 Tiger?
The Bo 105 entered service first in 1970, 32 years before the EC665 Tiger which entered service in 2002.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bo 105 or EC665 Tiger?
The Bo 105 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,500 units compared to 180 units of the EC665 Tiger.