206 JetRanger vs SA315 Alouette II
| 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 |
| French light helicopter, renowned for its high-altitude service in the Himalayas during the 1960s and subsequent global deployments. | |
| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Aérospatiale |
| First flight | 12 March 1955 |
| Year introduced | 1957 |
| Number produced | 1300 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Height | 3.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 226 km/h |
| Operational range | 624 km |
| 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 | 2.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 2,300 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,600 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 895 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 343 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 206 JetRanger or SA315 Alouette II?
The 206 JetRanger is faster with a maximum speed of 226 km/h compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 0 km/h, a difference of 226 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 206 JetRanger or SA315 Alouette II?
The 206 JetRanger has a longer range at 624 km compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the 206 JetRanger or SA315 Alouette II?
The 206 JetRanger has a higher service ceiling at 4,572 meters (15,000 ft) compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 2,300 meters (7,545 ft).
Which is heavier, the 206 JetRanger or SA315 Alouette II?
The 206 JetRanger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,495 kg compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 1,600 kg.
Which is larger, the 206 JetRanger or SA315 Alouette II?
The 206 JetRanger is longer at 12.9 meters compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 9.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the 206 JetRanger or SA315 Alouette II?
The SA315 Alouette II entered service first in 1957, 10 years before the 206 JetRanger which entered service in 1967.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 206 JetRanger or SA315 Alouette II?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 1,300 units of the SA315 Alouette II.