Airbus Helicopters H145 vs Airbus Helicopters H160 vs Airbus Helicopters H175 vs Airbus Helicopters H215 vs Bell 525 Relentless

Airbus’s H145 is the light-twin option, typically used for short to medium missions. It generally offers the shortest range in this group and a smaller cabin, carrying about 6–9 passengers in a typical corporate/offshore layout (higher in dense seating). The H160 sits in the medium twin class with more speed and range than the H145 and usually accommodates roughly 8–12 passengers depending on fit. The H175 is a super-medium twin aimed at offshore and SAR work, with longer range than the H160 in many configurations and a larger cabin commonly arranged for about 12–16 passengers. The H215 (AS332 L1e) is a heavy twin with the largest lift and volume among the Airbus models listed, often configured for around 16–19 passengers and suited to longer, higher-payload missions, though its design is older. Bell’s 525 Relentless is a modern super-medium competing most directly with the H175, generally offering long range and a spacious cabin commonly planned around 12–16 passengers, emphasizing contemporary avionics and efficiency.