H135M / EC365 vs MD-500
The H135M / EC365 and the MD-500 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Airbus Helicopters and Hughes respectively. Top speed is 287 km/h for the H135M / EC365 vs 282 km/h for the MD-500. The H135M / EC365 has an operational range of 630 km vs 430 km for the MD-500. The H135M / EC365 operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 4,877 m for the MD-500. At 2,900 kg MTOW, the H135M / EC365 is 2.1x the MD-500's 1,361 kg. The H135M / EC365 has been produced in 1,400 units vs 4,700 for the MD-500. Unit cost is $12M for the H135M / EC365 vs $4M for the MD-500. The MD-500 first flew 12 years before the H135M / EC365 (1982 vs 1994).
| 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 |
| American light helicopter, renowned during the Cold War era, predominantly deployed for law enforcement and utility applications. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Hughes |
| First flight | 28 January 1982 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 4700 units |
| Average unit price | $4 million |
| Wingspan | 10.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 287 km/h 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—‰ |
| Wingspan | 8.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 282 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 430 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,877 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,361 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 672 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 313 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the H135M / EC365 or MD-500?
The H135M / EC365 is faster with a maximum speed of 287 km/h compared to the MD-500's 282 km/h, a difference of 5 km/h.
Which has longer range, the H135M / EC365 or MD-500?
The H135M / EC365 has a longer range at 630 km compared to the MD-500's 430 km.
Which can fly higher, the H135M / EC365 or MD-500?
The H135M / EC365 has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the MD-500's 4,877 meters (16,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the H135M / EC365 or MD-500?
The H135M / EC365 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,900 kg compared to the MD-500's 1,361 kg.
Which is larger, the H135M / EC365 or MD-500?
The H135M / EC365 is longer at 12.2 meters compared to the MD-500's 9.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the H135M / EC365 or MD-500?
The H135M / EC365 is more expensive at approximately $12 million per unit compared to the MD-500 at $4.0 million.
Which entered service first, the H135M / EC365 or MD-500?
The MD-500 entered service first in 1967, 29 years before the H135M / EC365 which entered service in 1996.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the H135M / EC365 or MD-500?
The MD-500 has been produced in greater numbers with 4,700 units compared to 1,400 units of the H135M / EC365.