Bo 105 vs OH-1 Ninja

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
Japanese observation helicopter, employed mainly since the late 1990s, with significant use in Japan's Ground Self-Defense Force reconnaissance.
Picture of OH-1 Ninja
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 3.0 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 3.8 m â—‰
Length 12.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 278 km/h
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—‰
Profile drawing of Kawasaki OH-1 Ninja

Performance Radar Chart

Photo of Bo 105 by Cephas. Photo of OH-1 Ninja by 陸上自衛隊.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Bo 105 or OH-1 Ninja?
The OH-1 Ninja is faster with a maximum speed of 278 km/h compared to the Bo 105's 0 km/h, a difference of 278 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bo 105 or OH-1 Ninja?
The Bo 105 has a longer range at 657 km compared to the OH-1 Ninja's 550 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bo 105 or OH-1 Ninja?
The Bo 105 has a higher service ceiling at 5,182 meters (17,001 ft) compared to the OH-1 Ninja's 4,880 meters (16,010 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bo 105 or OH-1 Ninja?
The OH-1 Ninja has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,000 kg compared to the Bo 105's 2,700 kg.
Which is larger, the Bo 105 or OH-1 Ninja?
The OH-1 Ninja is longer at 12.0 meters compared to the Bo 105's 11.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the Bo 105 or OH-1 Ninja?
The Bo 105 entered service first in 1970, 30 years before the OH-1 Ninja which entered service in 2000.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bo 105 or OH-1 Ninja?
The Bo 105 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,500 units compared to 38 units of the OH-1 Ninja.