Prachand vs EC665 Tiger

Overview

The Prachand and the EC665 Tiger are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by HAL and Eurocopter respectively.

Top speed is 280 km/h for the Prachand vs 315 km/h for the EC665 Tiger. The Prachand has an operational range of 700 km vs 800 km for the EC665 Tiger. The Prachand operates at altitudes up to 6,500 m compared to 2,000 m for the EC665 Tiger.

The Prachand has been produced in 19 units vs 180 for the EC665 Tiger. Unit cost is $32.6M for the Prachand vs $36M for the EC665 Tiger. The EC665 Tiger first flew 19 years before the Prachand (1991 vs 2010).

Indian unmanned aerial vehicle, commissioned in 2021, used for strategic reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition tasks.
HAL Prachand Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇮🇳 India
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer HAL
First flight 29 March 2010
Year introduced 2021
Number produced 19 units
Average unit price $32.6 million
German-French attack helicopter, primarily deployed in Afghanistan, Libya, and Mali for anti-armor, fire support, and reconnaissance missions.
Eurocopter EC665 Tiger Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇩🇪 Germany 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Eurocopter
First flight 27 April 1991
Year introduced 2002
Number produced 180 units
Average unit price $36 million
Wingspan 13.2 m
Height 4.4 m
Length 15.8 m
Maximum speed 280 km/h
Operational range 700 km
Service ceiling 6,500 m
Max. takeoff weight 5,800 kg
Empty weight 2,250 kg
Total thrust 2 x 534 kW
Wingspan 4.5 m
Height 3.8 m
Length 15.8 m
Maximum speed 315 km/h
Operational range 800 km
Service ceiling 2,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 6,100 kg
Empty weight 4,200 kg
Total thrust 2 x 479 kW

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Prachand or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger is faster with a maximum speed of 315 km/h compared to the Prachand's 280 km/h, a difference of 35 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Prachand or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger has a longer range at 800 km compared to the Prachand's 700 km.
Which can fly higher, the Prachand or EC665 Tiger?
The Prachand has a higher service ceiling at 6,500 meters (21,325 ft) compared to the EC665 Tiger's 2,000 meters (6,561 ft).
Which is heavier, the Prachand or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,100 kg compared to the Prachand's 5,800 kg.
Which is larger, the Prachand or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger is longer at 15.8 meters compared to the Prachand's 15.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Prachand or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger is more expensive at approximately $36 million per unit compared to the Prachand at $33 million.
Which entered service first, the Prachand or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger entered service first in 2002, 19 years before the Prachand which entered service in 2021.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Prachand or EC665 Tiger?
The EC665 Tiger has been produced in greater numbers with 180 units compared to 19 units of the Prachand.