AW109 vs Bo 105
Italian multipurpose helicopter, notable for its use in law enforcement, air ambulance and military roles since the late 1970s. | |
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Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇹 Italy |
Category | Military Helicopter |
Manufacturer | AgustaWestland |
First flight | 4 August 1971 |
Year of introduction | 1976 |
Number produced | 124 units |
Average unit price | $8 million |
German light, twin-engine helicopter, known for its use in emergency medical services and military operations worldwide since the 1970s. | |
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Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
Category | Military Helicopter |
Manufacturer | MBB |
First flight | 16 February 1967 |
Year of introduction | 1970 |
Number produced | 1500 units |
Average unit price | $0.6 million |
Height | 3.5 m ◉ |
Length | 13.0 m ◉ |
Maximum speed | 285 km/h |
Service ceiling | 6,000 m ◉ |
Max. takeoff weight | 3,000 kg ◉ |
Empty weight | 2,000 kg ◉ |
Total thrust | 2 x 426 kW ◉ |
Height | 3.0 m ◉ |
Length | 11.9 m ◉ |
Maximum speed | -- km/h |
Service ceiling | 5,182 m ◉ |
Max. takeoff weight | 2,700 kg ◉ |
Empty weight | 1,675 kg ◉ |
Total thrust | 2 x 332 kW ◉ |
Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Bo 105 by Cephas.