- 01 Mar 2023
- Mike Chase
- Helicopter Comparisons
Developed from the BK117, the mid-size 3.5-ton class Eurocopter EC145 is powered by two 738 shp Turbomeca Arriel 1E2 turboshafts. It has a greater useful load and range than the BK117 and can carry a pilot and up to eleven passengers. It is a popular police helicopter and for emergency medical work it can carry two stretchers and two attendants.