H225M / EC725 Caracal vs Oryx
Overview
The H225M / EC725 Caracal and the Oryx are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Airbus Helicopters and Atlas respectively.
Top speed is 324 km/h for the H225M / EC725 Caracal vs 306 km/h for the Oryx. The H225M / EC725 Caracal has an operational range of 930 km vs 303 km for the Oryx. The Oryx operates at altitudes up to 7,162 m compared to 6,100 m for the H225M / EC725 Caracal.
The H225M / EC725 Caracal has been produced in 90 units vs 50 for the Oryx. The Oryx first flew 14 years before the H225M / EC725 Caracal (1986 vs 2000).
| European long-range tactical transport military helicopter, featuring advanced avionics and systems, used for roles including troop transport and special operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| First flight | 27 November 2000 |
| Year introduced | 2005 |
| Number produced | 90 units |
| Average unit price | $70 million |
| South African medium-sized utility helicopter, developed in the 1980s and introduced in the early 1990s, used primarily for transport, search and rescue, and peacekeeping operations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Atlas |
| First flight | 1 January 1986 |
| Year introduced | 1987 |
| Number produced | 50 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 16.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.6 m ◉ |
| Length | 19.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 324 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 930 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,100 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 11,200 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 5,330 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 888 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | 191.0 m² |
| Wingspan | 15.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 15.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 306 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 303 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 7,162 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 3,600 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 700 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Oryx?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal is faster with a maximum speed of 324 km/h compared to the Oryx's 306 km/h, a difference of 18 km/h.
Which has longer range, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Oryx?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal has a longer range at 930 km compared to the Oryx's 303 km.
Which can fly higher, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Oryx?
The Oryx has a higher service ceiling at 7,162 meters (23,497 ft) compared to the H225M / EC725 Caracal's 6,100 meters (20,013 ft).
Which is heavier, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Oryx?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 11,200 kg compared to the Oryx's 8,000 kg.
Which is larger, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Oryx?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal is longer at 19.5 meters compared to the Oryx's 15.4 meters.
Which entered service first, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Oryx?
The Oryx entered service first in 1987, 18 years before the H225M / EC725 Caracal which entered service in 2005.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the H225M / EC725 Caracal or Oryx?
The H225M / EC725 Caracal has been produced in greater numbers with 90 units compared to 50 units of the Oryx.