Bo 105 vs SA340 Gazelle

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 Helicopter
Manufacturer MBB
First flight 16 February 1967
Year of introduction 1970
Number produced 1500 units
Average unit price $0.6 million
French light utility helicopter, known for its extensive use in military and civil applications since its 1960s introduction.
Picture of SA340 Gazelle
Origin country πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France
Category Military Helicopter
Manufacturer AΓ©rospatiale
First flight 7 April 1967
Year of introduction 1971
Number produced 1775 units
Average unit price $1.7 million
Wingspan -- m
Height 3.0 m β—‰
Length 11.9 m β—‰
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range -- km
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 10.5 m
Height 3.2 m β—‰
Length 11.9 m β—‰
Maximum speed 310 km/h
Operational range 670 km
Service ceiling 4,450 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,100 kg β—‰
Empty weight 1,009 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 650 kW β—‰

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Photo of Bo 105 by Cephas.