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Airbus Helicopters H155 vs Airbus Helicopters H160 vs Airbus Helicopters H175 vs Leonardo Aw109 Grand New vs Sikorsky S 76d

By category, the Leonardo AW109 Grand New is a light twin, the Sikorsky S‑76D and Airbus H155 are typically positioned as medium twins, the Airbus H160 is a newer-generation medium twin, and the Airbus H175 is a super‑medium twin aimed at larger cabin and offshore-style missions. In range terms, the AW109 generally offers shorter to mid-range capability compared with the medium and super‑medium types. The H155 and S‑76D commonly sit in a similar mid-range bracket, while the H160 is typically marketed with competitive range for its class, often matching or exceeding legacy medium twins depending on configuration. The H175 usually provides the longest range among these, especially in long-range or auxiliary-tank configurations, reflecting its larger size and fuel capacity. For passenger capacity, the AW109 is usually configured for about 6–7 passengers in executive layouts. The H155 and S‑76D commonly carry around 8 passengers in typical cabin configurations. The H160 is often arranged for roughly 8–10 passengers depending on interior and mission kit. The H175 generally supports the highest passenger counts here, commonly around 12–16 depending on layout and role.

SpecAIRBUS H155AIRBUS H160AIRBUS H175AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW109 Grand NewSikorsky S-76D
Summary
Cockpit22222
DOC / nm$ 11.06$ 13.53$ 7.31$ 11.49
Min Crew22212
Total Seats141418812
Flight RulesIFRIFRIFRVFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersAirbus HelicoptersAirbus HelicoptersLeonardoSikorsky
Aircraft NameH155H160H175AW109 Grand NewS-76D
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)423460573464441
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.74$ 0.75$ 0.91$ 0.96
Max Cabin Seats121218610
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)401239926797
Standard Cabin Seats121216610
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,593$ 2,016$ 1,140$ 1,781
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISEFISEFISEFISThales TopDeck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)144155149156155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$14,800,000$14,000,000$17,900,000$ 7,800,000 $14,900,000
Cabin
Cockpit22222
Min Crew22212
Total Seats141418812
ConfigurationGreen InteriorGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats121218610
Standard Cabin Seats121216610
Engine
FADECYesYesYesYesYes
ModelArriel 2C2HE ArranoPT6A-67EPW207CPW210S
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuelJetFuelJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)40004000350040004000
Horsepower94317757351077
No. of Engines22221
Fuel Capacity (gal)332152296
Dimensions
Length (ft)46.939.459.242.552.5
Overall Height (ft)14.313.117.511.514.5
Rotor Diameter (ft)41.145.248.535.544
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)235.2423.8
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)88.381.9