429 GlobalRanger vs H145M / EC645
Overview
The 429 GlobalRanger and the H145M / EC645 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and Airbus Helicopters respectively.
Top speed is 287 km/h for the 429 GlobalRanger vs 269 km/h for the H145M / EC645. The 429 GlobalRanger has an operational range of 720 km vs 660 km for the H145M / EC645. The 429 GlobalRanger operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 5,486 m for the H145M / EC645.
The 429 GlobalRanger has been produced in 325 units vs 1,500 for the H145M / EC645. Unit cost is $7.3M for the 429 GlobalRanger vs $25M for the H145M / EC645. The H145M / EC645 first flew 8 years before the 429 GlobalRanger (1999 vs 2007).
| Canadian light utility helicopter, recognized for emergency medical, law enforcement, and corporate transport services since 2009. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 27 February 2007 |
| Year introduced | 2009 |
| Number produced | 325 units |
| Average unit price | $7.3 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 | 11.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 12.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 287 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 720 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,175 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,925 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 233 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 429 GlobalRanger or H145M / EC645?
The 429 GlobalRanger 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 429 GlobalRanger or H145M / EC645?
The 429 GlobalRanger has a longer range at 720 km compared to the H145M / EC645's 660 km.
Which can fly higher, the 429 GlobalRanger or H145M / EC645?
The 429 GlobalRanger 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 429 GlobalRanger or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,585 kg compared to the 429 GlobalRanger's 3,175 kg.
Which is larger, the 429 GlobalRanger or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 is longer at 13.0 meters compared to the 429 GlobalRanger's 12.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 429 GlobalRanger or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the 429 GlobalRanger at $7.3 million.
Which entered service first, the 429 GlobalRanger or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 entered service first in 2002, 7 years before the 429 GlobalRanger which entered service in 2009.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 429 GlobalRanger or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,500 units compared to 325 units of the 429 GlobalRanger.