SA315 Alouette II vs SA340 Gazelle
| 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 |
| 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 | -- m |
| 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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| Wingspan | 10.5 m |
| Height | 3.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 310 km/h |
| Operational range | 361 km |
| Service ceiling | 4,450 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,100 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,009 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 650 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the SA315 Alouette II or SA340 Gazelle?
The SA340 Gazelle is faster with a maximum speed of 310 km/h compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 0 km/h, a difference of 310 km/h.
Which has longer range, the SA315 Alouette II or SA340 Gazelle?
The SA340 Gazelle has a longer range at 361 km compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the SA315 Alouette II or SA340 Gazelle?
The SA340 Gazelle has a higher service ceiling at 4,450 meters (14,599 ft) compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 2,300 meters (7,545 ft).
Which is heavier, the SA315 Alouette II or SA340 Gazelle?
The SA340 Gazelle has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,100 kg compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 1,600 kg.
Which is larger, the SA315 Alouette II or SA340 Gazelle?
The SA340 Gazelle is longer at 11.9 meters compared to the SA315 Alouette II's 9.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the SA315 Alouette II or SA340 Gazelle?
The SA315 Alouette II entered service first in 1957, 14 years before the SA340 Gazelle which entered service in 1971.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the SA315 Alouette II or SA340 Gazelle?
The SA340 Gazelle has been produced in greater numbers with 1,775 units compared to 1,300 units of the SA315 Alouette II.