Bo 105 vs H145M / EC645

Overview

The Bo 105 and the H145M / EC645 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by MBB and Airbus Helicopters respectively.

Top speed is 270 km/h for the Bo 105 vs 269 km/h for the H145M / EC645. The Bo 105 has an operational range of 657 km vs 660 km for the H145M / EC645. The H145M / EC645 operates at altitudes up to 5,486 m compared to 5,182 m for the Bo 105.

The Bo 105 has been produced in 1,500 units vs 1,500 for the H145M / EC645. Unit cost is $0.55M for the Bo 105 vs $25M for the H145M / EC645. The Bo 105 first flew 32 years before the H145M / EC645 (1967 vs 1999).

German light, twin-engine helicopter, known for its use in emergency medical services and military operations worldwide since the 1970s.
MBB Bo 105 Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇩🇪 Germany
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer MBB
First flight 16 February 1967
Year introduced 1970
Number produced 1500 units
Average unit price $550K
German utility helicopter, recognized for military application and primarily used for search and rescue, medical evacuation, and troop transportation.
Airbus Helicopters H145M / EC645 Helicopter profile drawing
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 9.8 m
Height 3.0 m
Length 11.9 m
Maximum speed 270 km/h
Operational range 657 km
Service ceiling 5,182 m
Max. takeoff weight 2,700 kg
Empty weight 1,675 kg
Total thrust 2 x 166 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 Bo 105 or H145M / EC645?
The Bo 105 is faster with a maximum speed of 270 km/h compared to the H145M / EC645's 269 km/h, a difference of 1 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bo 105 or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 has a longer range at 660 km compared to the Bo 105's 657 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bo 105 or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 has a higher service ceiling at 5,486 meters (17,998 ft) compared to the Bo 105's 5,182 meters (17,001 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bo 105 or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,585 kg compared to the Bo 105's 2,700 kg.
Which is larger, the Bo 105 or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 is longer at 13.0 meters compared to the Bo 105's 11.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Bo 105 or H145M / EC645?
The H145M / EC645 is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the Bo 105 at $0.6 million.
Which entered service first, the Bo 105 or H145M / EC645?
The Bo 105 entered service first in 1970, 32 years before the H145M / EC645 which entered service in 2002.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bo 105 or H145M / EC645?
Both the Bo 105 and H145M / EC645 have been produced in equal numbers with 1,500 units each.