Bo 105 vs H135M / EC365
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 | π©πͺ Germany |
Category | Military Helicopters |
Manufacturer | MBB |
First flight | 16 February 1967 |
Year of introduction | 1970 |
Number produced | 1500 units |
Average unit price | $0.6 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 | π«π· France |
Category | Military Helicopters |
Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
First flight | 15 February 1994 |
Year of introduction | 1996 |
Number produced | 1400 units |
Average unit price | $12 million |
Height | 3.0 m β |
Length | 11.9 m β |
Service ceiling | 5,182 m β |
Max. takeoff weight | 2,700 kg β |
Empty weight | 1,675 kg β |
Total thrust | 2 x 332 kW β |
Height | 3.5 m β |
Length | 12.2 m β |
Service ceiling | 6,096 m β |
Max. takeoff weight | 2,900 kg β |
Empty weight | 1,490 kg β |
Total thrust | 2 x 519 kW β |
Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Bo 105 by Cephas.
Photo of H135M / EC365 by Peter Bakema.