size, weight and cost
The AS 555 is small and light. Bearing in mind that these helicopters would be operating from an 80 metre OPV, size and weight are very significant. The Lynx is twice as heavy as the AS 555, and the NH-90 is double that again.
Although prices for naval helicopters are not readily available, the AS 555 seems to cost around €5 million, compared to roughly €20 million for a new Lynx and €30 million for an NH-90.
The AS 555 is small and light. Bearing in mind that these helicopters would be operating from an 80 metre OPV, size and weight are very significant. The Lynx is twice as heavy as the AS 555, and the NH-90 is double that again.
Although prices for naval helicopters are not readily available, the AS 555 seems to cost around €5 million, compared to roughly €20 million for a new Lynx and €30 million for an NH-90.
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