H120 / EC120 Colibri vs SA340 Gazelle
| French light utility helicopter, notable for widespread civil use and law enforcement operations since the late 20th century. | |
| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| First flight | 9 June 1995 |
| Year introduced | 1998 |
| Number produced | 700 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| French light utility helicopter, known for its extensive use in military and civil applications since its 1960s introduction. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Aérospatiale |
| First flight | 7 April 1967 |
| Year introduced | 1971 |
| Number produced | 1775 units |
| Average unit price | $1.7 million |
| Wingspan | -- m |
| Height | 3.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 17,600 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 950 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 376 kW â—‰ |
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| Wingspan | 10.5 m |
| Height | 3.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 310 km/h |
| Operational range | 361 km |
| Service ceiling | 4,450 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,100 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,009 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 650 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the H120 / EC120 Colibri or SA340 Gazelle?
The SA340 Gazelle is faster with a maximum speed of 310 km/h compared to the H120 / EC120 Colibri's 0 km/h, a difference of 310 km/h.
Which has longer range, the H120 / EC120 Colibri or SA340 Gazelle?
The SA340 Gazelle has a longer range at 361 km compared to the H120 / EC120 Colibri's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the H120 / EC120 Colibri or SA340 Gazelle?
The H120 / EC120 Colibri has a higher service ceiling at 17,600 meters (57,742 ft) compared to the SA340 Gazelle's 4,450 meters (14,599 ft).
Which is heavier, the H120 / EC120 Colibri or SA340 Gazelle?
The SA340 Gazelle has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,100 kg compared to the H120 / EC120 Colibri's 1,700 kg.
Which is larger, the H120 / EC120 Colibri or SA340 Gazelle?
The SA340 Gazelle is longer at 11.9 meters compared to the H120 / EC120 Colibri's 11.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the H120 / EC120 Colibri or SA340 Gazelle?
The SA340 Gazelle entered service first in 1971, 27 years before the H120 / EC120 Colibri which entered service in 1998.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the H120 / EC120 Colibri or SA340 Gazelle?
The SA340 Gazelle has been produced in greater numbers with 1,775 units compared to 700 units of the H120 / EC120 Colibri.