H135M / EC365 vs H145M / EC645
Overview
The H135M / EC365 and the H145M / EC645 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Airbus Helicopters and Airbus Helicopters respectively.
Top speed is 287 km/h for the H135M / EC365 vs 269 km/h for the H145M / EC645. The H135M / EC365 has an operational range of 630 km vs 660 km for the H145M / EC645. The H135M / EC365 operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 5,486 m for the H145M / EC645.
The H135M / EC365 has been produced in 1,400 units vs 1,500 for the H145M / EC645. Unit cost is $12M for the H135M / EC365 vs $25M for the H145M / EC645. The H135M / EC365 first flew 5 years before the H145M / EC645 (1994 vs 1999).
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Wingspan | 10.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 12.2 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 287 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 630 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,900 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,490 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 260 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.8 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 13.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 269 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 660 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,486 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,585 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,792 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 275 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the H135M / EC365 or H145M / EC645?
The H135M / EC365 is faster with a maximum speed of 287 km/h compared to the H145M / EC645's 269 km/h, a difference of 18 km/h.
Which has longer range, the H135M / EC365 or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 has a longer range at 660 km compared to the H135M / EC365's 630 km.
Which can fly higher, the H135M / EC365 or H145M / EC645?
The H135M / EC365 has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the H145M / EC645's 5,486 meters (17,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the H135M / EC365 or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,585 kg compared to the H135M / EC365's 2,900 kg.
Which is larger, the H135M / EC365 or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 is longer at 13.0 meters compared to the H135M / EC365's 12.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the H135M / EC365 or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the H135M / EC365 at $12 million.
Which entered service first, the H135M / EC365 or H145M / EC645?
The H135M / EC365 entered service first in 1996, 6 years before the H145M / EC645 which entered service in 2002.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the H135M / EC365 or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,500 units compared to 1,400 units of the H135M / EC365.