Bo 105 vs SA315 Alouette II

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
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 3.0 m â—‰
Length 11.9 m â—‰
Operational range 657 km
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 2.8 m â—‰
Length 9.7 m â—‰
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—‰
Profile drawing of Aérospatiale SA315 Alouette II

Performance Radar Chart

Photo of Bo 105 by Cephas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has longer range, the Bo 105 or SA315 Alouette II?
The Bo 105 has a longer range at 657 km compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bo 105 or SA315 Alouette II?
The Bo 105 has a higher service ceiling at 5,182 meters (17,001 ft) compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 2,300 meters (7,545 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bo 105 or SA315 Alouette II?
The Bo 105 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,700 kg compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 1,600 kg.
Which is larger, the Bo 105 or SA315 Alouette II?
The Bo 105 is longer at 11.9 meters compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 9.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the Bo 105 or SA315 Alouette II?
The SA315 Alouette II entered service first in 1957, 13 years before the Bo 105 which entered service in 1970.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bo 105 or SA315 Alouette II?
The Bo 105 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,500 units compared to 1,300 units of the SA315 Alouette II.