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 🇩🇪 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 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 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Sud Aviation
First flight 28 February 1959
Year introduced 1961
Number produced 2000 units
Average unit price $1.5 million
Wingspan -- m
Height 3.0 m â—‰
Length 11.9 m â—‰
Maximum speed -- km/h
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 11.0 m
Height 3.0 m â—‰
Length 10.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 210 km/h
Service ceiling 3,200 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,200 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,143 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 713 kW â—‰
3-view profile of SA316 Alouette III

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Photo of Bo 105 by Cephas.