Bo 105 vs H135M / EC365
| 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 | $0.6 million |
| European light utility helicopter, prominent in law enforcement, medical services, and military operations worldwide since the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| First flight | 15 February 1994 |
| Year introduced | 1996 |
| Number produced | 1400 units |
| Average unit price | $12 million |
| Height | 3.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.9 m â—‰ |
| Operational range | 657 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,182 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,700 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,675 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 332 kW â—‰ |
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| Height | 3.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.2 m â—‰ |
| Operational range | 630 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,900 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,490 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 519 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Bo 105 by Cephas.
Photo of H135M / EC365 by Peter Bakema.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has longer range, the Bo 105 or H135M / EC365?
The Bo 105 has a longer range at 657 km compared to the H135M / EC365's 630 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bo 105 or H135M / EC365?
The H135M / EC365 has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the Bo 105's 5,182 meters (17,001 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bo 105 or H135M / EC365?
The H135M / EC365 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,900 kg compared to the Bo 105's 2,700 kg.
Which is larger, the Bo 105 or H135M / EC365?
The H135M / EC365 is longer at 12.2 meters compared to the Bo 105's 11.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Bo 105 or H135M / EC365?
The H135M / EC365 is more expensive at approximately $12 million per unit compared to the Bo 105 at $0.6 million.
Which entered service first, the Bo 105 or H135M / EC365?
The Bo 105 entered service first in 1970, 26 years before the H135M / EC365 which entered service in 1996.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bo 105 or H135M / EC365?
The Bo 105 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,500 units compared to 1,400 units of the H135M / EC365.