429 GlobalRanger vs H135M / EC365
Canadian light utility helicopter, recognized for emergency medical, law enforcement, and corporate transport services since 2009. | |
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Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
Category | Military Helicopters |
Manufacturer | Bell |
First flight | 27 February 2007 |
Year introduced | 2009 |
Number produced | 325 units |
Average unit price | $7.3 million |
European light utility helicopter, prominent in law enforcement, medical services, and military operations worldwide since the late 20th century. | |
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Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
Category | Military Helicopters |
Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
First flight | 15 February 1994 |
Year introduced | 1996 |
Number produced | 1400 units |
Average unit price | $12 million |
Height | 4.1 m ◉ |
Length | 12.7 m ◉ |
Maximum speed | 287 km/h |
Service ceiling | 6,096 m ◉ |
Max. takeoff weight | 3,175 kg ◉ |
Empty weight | 1,925 kg ◉ |
Total thrust | 2 x 466 kW ◉ |
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Height | 3.5 m ◉ |
Length | 12.2 m ◉ |
Maximum speed | -- km/h |
Service ceiling | 6,096 m ◉ |
Max. takeoff weight | 2,900 kg ◉ |
Empty weight | 1,490 kg ◉ |
Total thrust | 2 x 519 kW ◉ |
Performance Radar Chart
Photo of 429 GlobalRanger by Saberwyn.
Photo of H135M / EC365 by Peter Bakema.