206 JetRanger vs OH-1 Ninja
| American light helicopter, well known for civilian, military, emergency medical services, and offshore oil support roles since the 1960s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 10 January 1966 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 7300 units |
| Average unit price | $1.3 million |
| Japanese observation helicopter, employed mainly since the late 1990s, with significant use in Japan's Ground Self-Defense Force reconnaissance. | |
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| Origin country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Kawasaki |
| First flight | 6 August 1996 |
| Year introduced | 2000 |
| Number produced | 38 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Height | 3.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 226 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 624 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,572 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,495 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,737 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 485 kW â—‰ |
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| Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 278 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 550 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,880 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,450 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 664 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of OH-1 Ninja by 陸上自衛隊.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 206 JetRanger or OH-1 Ninja?
The OH-1 Ninja is faster with a maximum speed of 278 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 52 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 206 JetRanger or OH-1 Ninja?
The 206 JetRanger has a longer range at 624 km compared to the OH-1 Ninja's 550 km.
Which can fly higher, the 206 JetRanger or OH-1 Ninja?
The OH-1 Ninja has a higher service ceiling at 4,880 meters (16,010 ft) compared to the 206 JetRanger's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 206 JetRanger or OH-1 Ninja?
The OH-1 Ninja has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,000 kg compared to the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
Which is larger, the 206 JetRanger or OH-1 Ninja?
The 206 JetRanger is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the OH-1 Ninja's 12.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the 206 JetRanger or OH-1 Ninja?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 33 years before the OH-1 Ninja which entered service in 2000.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 206 JetRanger or OH-1 Ninja?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 38 units of the OH-1 Ninja.