OH-1 Ninja vs SA340 Gazelle
Overview
The OH-1 Ninja and the SA340 Gazelle are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Kawasaki and Aérospatiale respectively.
Top speed is 278 km/h for the OH-1 Ninja vs 310 km/h for the SA340 Gazelle. The OH-1 Ninja has an operational range of 550 km vs 361 km for the SA340 Gazelle. The OH-1 Ninja operates at altitudes up to 4,880 m compared to 4,450 m for the SA340 Gazelle.
The OH-1 Ninja has been produced in 38 units vs 1,775 for the SA340 Gazelle. The SA340 Gazelle first flew 29 years before the OH-1 Ninja (1967 vs 1996).
| 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 | -- |
| French light utility helicopter, known for its extensive use in military and civil applications since its 1960s introduction. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Aérospatiale |
| First flight | 7 April 1967 |
| Year introduced | 1971 |
| Number produced | 1775 units |
| Average unit price | $1.7 million |
| Wingspan | 11.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 12.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 278 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 550 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,880 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2,450 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 332 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.5 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.2 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 310 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 361 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,450 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,100 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,009 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 650 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the OH-1 Ninja or SA340 Gazelle?
The SA340 Gazelle is faster with a maximum speed of 310 km/h compared to the OH-1 Ninja's 278 km/h, a difference of 32 km/h.
Which has longer range, the OH-1 Ninja or SA340 Gazelle?
The OH-1 Ninja has a longer range at 550 km compared to the SA340 Gazelle's 361 km.
Which can fly higher, the OH-1 Ninja or SA340 Gazelle?
The OH-1 Ninja has a higher service ceiling at 4,880 meters (16,010 ft) compared to the SA340 Gazelle's 4,450 meters (14,599 ft).
Which is heavier, the OH-1 Ninja or SA340 Gazelle?
The OH-1 Ninja has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,000 kg compared to the SA340 Gazelle's 2,100 kg.
Which is larger, the OH-1 Ninja or SA340 Gazelle?
The OH-1 Ninja is longer at 12.0 meters compared to the SA340 Gazelle's 11.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the OH-1 Ninja or SA340 Gazelle?
The SA340 Gazelle entered service first in 1971, 29 years before the OH-1 Ninja which entered service in 2000.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the OH-1 Ninja or SA340 Gazelle?
The SA340 Gazelle has been produced in greater numbers with 1,775 units compared to 38 units of the OH-1 Ninja.