Dhruv vs H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2
Overview
The Dhruv and the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by HAL and Airbus Helicopters respectively.
Top speed is 280 km/h for the Dhruv vs 324 km/h for the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2. The Dhruv has an operational range of 630 km vs 790 km for the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2. The H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 operates at altitudes up to 4,572 m compared to 4,400 m for the Dhruv.
The Dhruv has been produced in 335 units vs 116 for the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2. The Dhruv first flew 5 years before the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 (1992 vs 1997).
| 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 |
| French multi-role helicopter, modern variant known for its use in offshore transportation and emergency medical services globally. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| First flight | 17 June 1997 |
| Year introduced | 1999 |
| Number produced | 116 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 13.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 15.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 280 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 630 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,400 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,580 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 4,445 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 404 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 14.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 324 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 790 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,572 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,920 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2,618 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 357 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Dhruv or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 is faster with a maximum speed of 324 km/h compared to the Dhruv's 280 km/h, a difference of 44 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Dhruv or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 has a longer range at 790 km compared to the Dhruv's 630 km.
Which can fly higher, the Dhruv or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 has a higher service ceiling at 4,572 meters (15,000 ft) compared to the Dhruv's 4,400 meters (14,435 ft).
Which is heavier, the Dhruv or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The Dhruv has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,580 kg compared to the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2's 4,920 kg.
Which is larger, the Dhruv or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The Dhruv is longer at 15.9 meters compared to the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2's 14.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the Dhruv or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2 entered service first in 1999, 3 years before the Dhruv which entered service in 2002.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Dhruv or H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2?
The Dhruv has been produced in greater numbers with 335 units compared to 116 units of the H155 / EC155 Dauphin 2.