Cabri G2 vs SA321 Super Frelon
The Cabri G2 and the SA321 Super Frelon are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Guimbal and Aérospatiale respectively. Top speed is 185 km/h for the Cabri G2 vs 275 km/h for the SA321 Super Frelon. The Cabri G2 has an operational range of 700 km vs 1,020 km for the SA321 Super Frelon. The SA321 Super Frelon operates at altitudes up to 3,100 m compared to 2,286 m for the Cabri G2. At 13,000 kg MTOW, the SA321 Super Frelon is 19:1 the Cabri G2's 700 kg. The Cabri G2 has been produced in 300 units vs 110 for the SA321 Super Frelon. Unit cost is $0.39M for the Cabri G2 vs $3.5M for the SA321 Super Frelon. The SA321 Super Frelon first flew 43 years before the Cabri G2 (1962 vs 2005).
| French light helicopter, prevalent in the 21st century, primarily utilized for training and surveillance purposes globally. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Guimbal |
| First flight | 31 March 2005 |
| Year introduced | 2008 |
| Number produced | 300 units |
| Average unit price | $390K |
| 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 | 7.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 8.1 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 185 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 700 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 2,286 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 700 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 420 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 108 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 Cabri G2 or SA321 Super Frelon?
The SA321 Super Frelon is faster with a maximum speed of 275 km/h compared to the Cabri G2's 185 km/h, a difference of 90 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Cabri G2 or SA321 Super Frelon?
The SA321 Super Frelon has a longer range at 1,020 km compared to the Cabri G2's 700 km.
Which can fly higher, the Cabri G2 or SA321 Super Frelon?
The SA321 Super Frelon has a higher service ceiling at 3,100 meters (10,170 ft) compared to the Cabri G2's 2,286 meters (7,500 ft).
Which is heavier, the Cabri G2 or SA321 Super Frelon?
The SA321 Super Frelon has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the Cabri G2's 700 kg.
Which is larger, the Cabri G2 or SA321 Super Frelon?
The SA321 Super Frelon is longer at 23.0 meters compared to the Cabri G2's 8.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Cabri G2 or SA321 Super Frelon?
The SA321 Super Frelon is more expensive at approximately $3.5 million per unit compared to the Cabri G2 at $0.4 million.
Which entered service first, the Cabri G2 or SA321 Super Frelon?
The SA321 Super Frelon entered service first in 1966, 42 years before the Cabri G2 which entered service in 2008.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Cabri G2 or SA321 Super Frelon?
The Cabri G2 has been produced in greater numbers with 300 units compared to 110 units of the SA321 Super Frelon.