Bo 105 vs SA316 Alouette III

German light, twin-engine helicopter, known for its use in emergency medical services and military operations worldwide since the 1970s.
Picture of Bo 105
Origin country πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ 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
French utility helicopter, popular in the Cold War-era, extensively utilized for search and rescue, and light transport roles.
Picture of SA316 Alouette III
Origin country πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Sud Aviation
First flight 28 February 1959
Year of introduction 1961
Number produced 2000 units
Average unit price $1.5 million
Wingspan -- m
Height 3.0 m β—‰
Length 11.9 m β—‰
Maximum speed -- km/h
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—‰
Wingspan 11.0 m
Height 3.0 m β—‰
Length 10.0 m β—‰
Maximum speed 210 km/h
Service ceiling 3,200 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,200 kg β—‰
Empty weight 1,143 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 713 kW β—‰
3-view profile of SA316 Alouette III

Performance Radar Chart

Photo of Bo 105 by Cephas.