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Airbus Helicopters H155 vs Airbus Helicopters H160 vs Airbus Helicopters H175

The Airbus Helicopters H155 sits in the light–intermediate twin category, typically configured for around 8 to 10 passengers, and is aimed at shorter to mid-length missions with a practical range in the roughly 500–600 km class depending on fit and reserves. The H160 is a newer-generation intermediate twin designed for efficiency and reduced noise, usually carrying about 10 to 12 passengers, with a similar mid-range mission profile that generally falls around the 600 km class, again varying by payload and cabin configuration. The H175 moves up into the super-medium category, offering a larger cabin and higher payload capability; it is commonly configured for about 12 to 16 passengers and is intended for longer overwater and offshore sectors, with typical ranges often in the ~650–750 km class depending on tanks, mission equipment, and reserve policy. In short, H155 favors smaller groups and versatility, H160 modernizes the intermediate segment with improved comfort and efficiency, and H175 prioritizes higher passenger counts and longer-range offshore capability.

SpecAIRBUS H155AIRBUS H160AIRBUS H175
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 11.06$ 13.53
Min Crew222
Total Seats141418
Flight RulesIFRIFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersAirbus HelicoptersAirbus Helicopters
Aircraft NameH155H160H175
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)423460573
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.74$ 0.75
Max Cabin Seats121218
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)401239926797
Standard Cabin Seats121216
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,593$ 2,016
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISEFISEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)144155149
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$14,800,000$14,000,000$17,900,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew222
Total Seats141418
ConfigurationGreen InteriorGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats121218
Standard Cabin Seats121216
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelArriel 2C2HE ArranoPT6A-67E
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)400040003500
Horsepower9431775
No. of Engines222
Fuel Capacity (gal)332
Dimensions
Length (ft)46.939.459.2
Overall Height (ft)14.313.117.5
Rotor Diameter (ft)41.145.248.5
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)235.2423.8
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)88.381.9