Bo 105 vs MD-900

German light, twin-engine helicopter, known for its use in emergency medical services and military operations worldwide since the 1970s.
Picture of Bo 105
Origin country 🇩🇪 Germany
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer MBB
First flight 16 February 1967
Year introduced 1970
Number produced 1500 units
Average unit price $0.6 million
American civil utility helicopter, recognized for its quiet operation, used worldwide for law enforcement and air ambulance services.
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer MD Helicopters
First flight 18 December 1992
Year introduced 1994
Number produced 5 units
Average unit price $-- million
Height 3.0 m â—‰
Length 11.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range 657 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,182 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,700 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,675 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 332 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of MBB Bo 105
Height 3.7 m â—‰
Length 9.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed 259 km/h
Operational range 543 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,334 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,835 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,531 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 410 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of MD Helicopters MD-900

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Photo of Bo 105 by Cephas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Bo 105 or MD-900?
The MD-900 is faster with a maximum speed of 259 km/h compared to the Bo 105's 0 km/h, a difference of 259 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bo 105 or MD-900?
The Bo 105 has a longer range at 657 km compared to the MD-900's 543 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bo 105 or MD-900?
The MD-900 has a higher service ceiling at 5,334 meters (17,500 ft) compared to the Bo 105's 5,182 meters (17,001 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bo 105 or MD-900?
The MD-900 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,835 kg compared to the Bo 105's 2,700 kg.
Which is larger, the Bo 105 or MD-900?
The Bo 105 is longer at 11.9 meters compared to the MD-900's 9.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the Bo 105 or MD-900?
The Bo 105 entered service first in 1970, 24 years before the MD-900 which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bo 105 or MD-900?
The Bo 105 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,500 units compared to 5 units of the MD-900.