H135M / EC365 vs UH-60 Black Hawk
The H135M / EC365 and the UH-60 Black Hawk are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Airbus Helicopters and Sikorsky respectively. Top speed is 287 km/h for the H135M / EC365 vs 294 km/h for the UH-60 Black Hawk. The H135M / EC365 has an operational range of 630 km vs 590 km for the UH-60 Black Hawk. The H135M / EC365 operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 5,791 m for the UH-60 Black Hawk. At 10,659 kg MTOW, the UH-60 Black Hawk is 3.7x the H135M / EC365's 2,900 kg. The H135M / EC365 has been produced in 1,400 units vs 5,000 for the UH-60 Black Hawk. Unit cost is $12M for the H135M / EC365 vs $21M for the UH-60 Black Hawk. The UH-60 Black Hawk first flew 20 years before the H135M / EC365 (1974 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 utility helicopter, renowned for service in Iraq and Afghanistan, extensively employed for troop transport and medical evacuation. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Sikorsky |
| First flight | 29 November 1974 |
| Year introduced | 1979 |
| Number produced | 5000 units |
| Average unit price | $21 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 | 16.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 19.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 294 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 590 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,791 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 10,659 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,819 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,208 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the H135M / EC365 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk is faster with a maximum speed of 294 km/h compared to the H135M / EC365's 287 km/h, a difference of 7 km/h.
Which has longer range, the H135M / EC365 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The H135M / EC365 has a longer range at 630 km compared to the UH-60 Black Hawk's 590 km.
Which can fly higher, the H135M / EC365 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The H135M / EC365 has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the UH-60 Black Hawk's 5,791 meters (18,999 ft).
Which is heavier, the H135M / EC365 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 10,659 kg compared to the H135M / EC365's 2,900 kg.
Which is larger, the H135M / EC365 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk is longer at 19.5 meters compared to the H135M / EC365's 12.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the H135M / EC365 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk is more expensive at approximately $21 million per unit compared to the H135M / EC365 at $12 million.
Which entered service first, the H135M / EC365 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk entered service first in 1979, 17 years before the H135M / EC365 which entered service in 1996.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the H135M / EC365 or UH-60 Black Hawk?
The UH-60 Black Hawk has been produced in greater numbers with 5,000 units compared to 1,400 units of the H135M / EC365.