H145M / EC645 vs UH-72 Lakota

Overview

The H145M / EC645 and the UH-72 Lakota are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Airbus Helicopters and Airbus Helicopters respectively.

Top speed is 269 km/h for the H145M / EC645 vs 268 km/h for the UH-72 Lakota. The H145M / EC645 has an operational range of 660 km vs 685 km for the UH-72 Lakota. The H145M / EC645 operates at altitudes up to 5,486 m compared to 4,018 m for the UH-72 Lakota.

The H145M / EC645 has been produced in 1,500 units vs 463 for the UH-72 Lakota. The H145M / EC645 first flew 7 years before the UH-72 Lakota (1999 vs 2006).

German utility helicopter, recognized for military application and primarily used for search and rescue, medical evacuation, and troop transportation.
Airbus Helicopters H145M / EC645 Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Airbus Helicopters
First flight 12 June 1999
Year introduced 2002
Number produced 1500 units
Average unit price $25 million
European-designed twin-engine light utility helicopter, introduced in the early 21st century, utilized by the United States military for non-combat logistics, medical evacuation, and pilot training.
Airbus Helicopters UH-72 Lakota Helicopter profile drawing
Origin country 🇩🇪 Germany 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Airbus Helicopters
First flight 1 January 2006
Year introduced 2007
Number produced 463 units
Average unit price --
Wing area -- m²
Wingspan 10.8 m â—‰
Height 3.5 m â—‰
Length 13.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 269 km/h â—‰
Operational range 660 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,486 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 3,585 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,792 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 275 kW â—‰
Wing area 95.0 m²
Wingspan 11.0 m â—‰
Height 3.5 m â—‰
Length 13.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 268 km/h â—‰
Operational range 685 km â—‰
Service ceiling 4,018 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 3,585 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,792 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 275 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the H145M / EC645 or UH-72 Lakota?
The H145M / EC645 is faster with a maximum speed of 269 km/h compared to the UH-72 Lakota's 268 km/h, a difference of 1 km/h.
Which has longer range, the H145M / EC645 or UH-72 Lakota?
The UH-72 Lakota has a longer range at 685 km compared to the H145M / EC645's 660 km.
Which can fly higher, the H145M / EC645 or UH-72 Lakota?
The H145M / EC645 has a higher service ceiling at 5,486 meters (17,998 ft) compared to the UH-72 Lakota's 4,018 meters (13,182 ft).
Which is heavier, the H145M / EC645 or UH-72 Lakota?
The UH-72 Lakota has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,585 kg compared to the H145M / EC645's 3,585 kg.
Which is larger, the H145M / EC645 or UH-72 Lakota?
The UH-72 Lakota is longer at 13.0 meters compared to the H145M / EC645's 13.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the H145M / EC645 or UH-72 Lakota?
The H145M / EC645 entered service first in 2002, 5 years before the UH-72 Lakota which entered service in 2007.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the H145M / EC645 or UH-72 Lakota?
The H145M / EC645 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,500 units compared to 463 units of the UH-72 Lakota.