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. | |
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Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
Category | Military Helicopters |
Manufacturer | MBB |
First flight | 16 February 1967 |
Year introduced | 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. | |
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Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
Category | Military Helicopters |
Manufacturer | Aérospatiale |
First flight | 7 April 1967 |
Year introduced | 1971 |
Number produced | 1775 units |
Average unit price | $1.7 million |
Wingspan | -- m |
Height | 3.0 m â—‰ |
Length | 11.9 m â—‰ |
Maximum speed | -- km/h |
Operational range | -- km |
Service ceiling | 5,182 m â—‰ |
Max. takeoff weight | 2,700 kg â—‰ |
Empty weight | 1,675 kg â—‰ |
Total thrust | 2 x 332 kW â—‰ |
Wingspan | 10.5 m |
Height | 3.2 m â—‰ |
Length | 11.9 m â—‰ |
Maximum speed | 310 km/h |
Operational range | 670 km |
Service ceiling | 4,450 m â—‰ |
Max. takeoff weight | 2,100 kg â—‰ |
Empty weight | 1,009 kg â—‰ |
Total thrust | 1 x 650 kW â—‰ |
Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Bo 105 by Cephas.