SA340 Gazelle vs Scout
Overview
The SA340 Gazelle and the Scout are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Aérospatiale and Westland respectively.
Top speed is 310 km/h for the SA340 Gazelle vs 211 km/h for the Scout. The SA340 Gazelle has an operational range of 361 km vs 507 km for the Scout. The Scout operates at altitudes up to 5,400 m compared to 4,450 m for the SA340 Gazelle.
The SA340 Gazelle has been produced in 1,775 units vs 150 for the Scout. The Scout first flew 7 years before the SA340 Gazelle (1960 vs 1967).
| 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 |
| British light utility helicopter, developed in the late 1950s and operated from the 1960s to the 1990s, used primarily for observation, liaison, and light attack roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Westland |
| First flight | 29 August 1960 |
| Year introduced | 1963 |
| Number produced | 150 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| 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 ◉ |
| Wing area | 75.9 m² |
| Wingspan | 9.8 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 9.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 211 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 507 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,400 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,404 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,466 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 511 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the SA340 Gazelle or Scout?
The SA340 Gazelle is faster with a maximum speed of 310 km/h compared to the Scout's 211 km/h, a difference of 99 km/h.
Which has longer range, the SA340 Gazelle or Scout?
The Scout has a longer range at 507 km compared to the SA340 Gazelle's 361 km.
Which can fly higher, the SA340 Gazelle or Scout?
The Scout has a higher service ceiling at 5,400 meters (17,716 ft) compared to the SA340 Gazelle's 4,450 meters (14,599 ft).
Which is heavier, the SA340 Gazelle or Scout?
The Scout has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,404 kg compared to the SA340 Gazelle's 2,100 kg.
Which is larger, the SA340 Gazelle or Scout?
The SA340 Gazelle is longer at 11.9 meters compared to the Scout's 9.2 meters.
Which entered service first, the SA340 Gazelle or Scout?
The Scout entered service first in 1963, 8 years before the SA340 Gazelle which entered service in 1971.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the SA340 Gazelle or Scout?
The SA340 Gazelle has been produced in greater numbers with 1,775 units compared to 150 units of the Scout.