Dhruv vs H145M / EC645
| Indian utility helicopter, notable for extensive deployment in diverse Indian military and civil operations since the early 2000s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇳 India |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | HAL |
| First flight | 20 August 1992 |
| Year introduced | 2002 |
| Number produced | 335 units |
| Average unit price | $12 million |
| German utility helicopter, recognized for military application and primarily used for search and rescue, medical evacuation, and troop transportation. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| First flight | 12 June 1999 |
| Year introduced | 2002 |
| Number produced | 1500 units |
| Average unit price | $25 million |
| Height | 5.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 280 km/h |
| Operational range | 630 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,400 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,580 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,445 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 807 kW â—‰ |
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| Height | 3.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 660 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,486 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,585 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,792 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 550 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Dhruv by Noel Reynolds.
Photo of H145M / EC645 by Airbus / Christian Keller.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Dhruv or H145M / EC645?
The Dhruv is faster with a maximum speed of 280 km/h compared to the H145M / EC645's 0 km/h, a difference of 280 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Dhruv or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 has a longer range at 660 km compared to the Dhruv's 630 km.
Which can fly higher, the Dhruv or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 has a higher service ceiling at 5,486 meters (17,998 ft) compared to the Dhruv's 4,400 meters (14,435 ft).
Which is heavier, the Dhruv or H145M / EC645?
The Dhruv has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,580 kg compared to the H145M / EC645's 3,585 kg.
Which is larger, the Dhruv or H145M / EC645?
The Dhruv is longer at 15.9 meters compared to the H145M / EC645's 13.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Dhruv or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the Dhruv at $12 million.
Which entered service first, the Dhruv or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 entered service first in 2002, 0 years before the Dhruv which entered service in 2002.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Dhruv or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,500 units compared to 335 units of the Dhruv.