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Airbus Helicopters H160 vs Airbus Helicopters H175 vs Airbus Helicopters H225

The Airbus Helicopters H160 is a medium twin designed for efficient point‑to‑point missions such as corporate transport, EMS, and light offshore work. It typically offers the shortest range of the three (roughly around 450–500+ nautical miles depending on fit and reserves) and the smallest cabin, commonly configured for about 8–12 passengers in transport layouts. The H175 sits in the super‑medium class, aimed strongly at offshore energy and SAR roles where payload and cabin volume matter. It generally provides more range than the H160 (often in the ~600+ nautical mile class, configuration dependent) and carries more people, typically around 12–16 passengers in offshore seating. The H225 is a heavy twin optimized for long‑range offshore, SAR, and utility missions with the highest lift capability. It is usually the longest‑range and highest‑capacity option here (often ~650+ nautical miles in typical mission profiles), with passenger layouts commonly around 16–19, and higher maximum seating possible depending on certification and interior.

SpecAIRBUS H160AIRBUS H175AIRBUS H225
Summary
Cockpit222
Min Crew222
Total Seats141821
Flight RulesIFRIFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersAirbus HelicoptersAirbus Helicopters
Aircraft NameH160H175H225
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)460573454
Max Cabin Seats121828
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)3992679711929
Standard Cabin Seats121619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISEFISEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)155149142
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$14,000,000$17,900,000$ 29,500,000
DOC / nm$ 13.53$ 20.87
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.75$ 0.99
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,016$ 2,963
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew222
Total Seats141821
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats121828
Standard Cabin Seats121619
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelHE ArranoPT6A-67EMakila 2A1
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)400035003500
No. of Engines222
Horsepower17752100
Fuel Capacity (gal)684
Dimensions
Length (ft)39.459.263.4
Overall Height (ft)13.117.516.3
Rotor Diameter (ft)45.248.553.2
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)423.8547
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)81.9