Bo 105 vs UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"
Overview
The Bo 105 and the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by MBB and Bell respectively.
Top speed is 270 km/h for the Bo 105 vs 222 km/h for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The Bo 105 has an operational range of 657 km vs 510 km for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" operates at altitudes up to 5,910 m compared to 5,182 m for the Bo 105.
The Bo 105 has been produced in 1,500 units vs 16,000 for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". Unit cost is $0.55M for the Bo 105 vs $1.3M for the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey". The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" first flew 11 years before the Bo 105 (1956 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 |
| American utility helicopter, essential in the Vietnam War, extensively employed for medevac, transport, and combat operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 22 October 1956 |
| Year introduced | 1959 |
| Number produced | 16000 units |
| Average unit price | $1.3 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 | 14.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 12.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 222 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 510 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,910 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,309 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2,087 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 820 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Bo 105 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The Bo 105 is faster with a maximum speed of 270 km/h compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 222 km/h, a difference of 48 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bo 105 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The Bo 105 has a longer range at 657 km compared to the UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"'s 510 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bo 105 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has a higher service ceiling at 5,910 meters (19,389 ft) compared to the Bo 105's 5,182 meters (17,001 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bo 105 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,309 kg compared to the Bo 105's 2,700 kg.
Which is larger, the Bo 105 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" is longer at 12.7 meters compared to the Bo 105's 11.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Bo 105 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" is more expensive at approximately $1.3 million per unit compared to the Bo 105 at $0.6 million.
Which entered service first, the Bo 105 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" entered service first in 1959, 11 years before the Bo 105 which entered service in 1970.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bo 105 or UH-1 Iroquois "Huey"?
The UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" has been produced in greater numbers with 16,000 units compared to 1,500 units of the Bo 105.