Airbus Helicopters H135 vs Airbus Helicopters H145 vs Airbus Helicopters H155 vs Airbus Helicopters H160
The Airbus Helicopters H135 is a light twin in the entry segment, typically configured for about five to seven passengers (depending on mission fit), with a practical range around 330–400 nautical miles. The H145 is also a light twin but a size class up, commonly carrying about seven to nine passengers, and it generally offers a similar or modestly greater practical range, roughly 330–430 nautical miles, with more useful cabin volume and payload flexibility. The H155 sits in the medium twin category, aimed at executive transport and offshore-style missions; it is usually arranged for about eight to twelve passengers and provides a longer typical range, often around 430–500 nautical miles. The H160 is a newer-generation medium twin positioned above the H155 in technology and comfort; it commonly seats about eight to twelve passengers in corporate layouts (higher in high-density configurations) and offers the greatest typical range of the group, roughly 450–610 nautical miles depending on tanks, payload, and mission profile. Actual figures vary with configuration, reserves, conditions, and optional fuel.
| Spec | AIRBUS H135 | AIRBUS H145 | AIRBUS H155 | AIRBUS H160 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 6.33 | $ 9.31 | $ 11.06 | — |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 9 | 10 | 14 | 14 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | IFR | IFR | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters | Airbus Helicopters | Airbus Helicopters | Airbus Helicopters |
| Aircraft Name | H135 | H145 | H155 | H160 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 342 | 352 | 423 | 460 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.93 | $ 0.74 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 7 | 9 | 12 | 12 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 3124 | 4200 | 4012 | 3992 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 8 | 12 | 12 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 861 | $ 1,210 | $ 1,593 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Helionix | EFIS | EFIS | EFIS |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 136 | 130 | 144 | 155 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $6,150,000 | $10,200,000 | $14,800,000 | $14,000,000 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 9 | 10 | 14 | 14 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | Green Interior | Green Interior | Green Interior |
| Max Cabin Seats | 7 | 9 | 12 | 12 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 8 | 12 | 12 |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Arrius 2B2+ | Arriel 2E | Arriel 2C2 | HE Arrano |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel |
| TBO (hrs) | 4000 | 4000 | 4000 | 4000 |
| Horsepower | 660 | 894 | 943 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 332 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 33.5 | 44.8 | 46.9 | 39.4 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 12.6 | 13 | 14.3 | 13.1 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 34 | 36.1 | 41.1 | 45.2 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 173 | 166 | 235.2 | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 46.8 | 88.3 | — |