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 🇩🇪 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.
Picture of SA340 Gazelle
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—‰

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Photo of Bo 105 by Cephas.