Specifications
AI Description
- Model: BELL 206L-3 LONGRANGER
- Location: Hillsboro, Oregon
- Condition: Used
- Airframe Features:
- High Skid Gear
- Dual Controls
- Wire Strike Windshield Guard
- Cargo Hook Equipment (Onboard Suspension System)
- Cargo Hook Provisions
- Tanis Engine Heater Kit
- AFS Inlet Barrier Filter
- AirComm Bleed Air Heat System
- Fire Extinguisher
- Concorde Battery RG-222
- Engine: Freshly Overhauled
- Avionics:
- Garmin GTX-345 Transponder (ADS-B In/Out)
- King KN-53 VOR/LOC/GS
- King KN-63 DME
- King KY-196A NAV/COM (2)
- NAT AMS-44 Audio Panel
- NAT Radio Interface AA34-200
- Artex ME406P ELT
- SkyConnect GPS Tracking System
- KRA-10A Radar Altimeter System
- Trans-Cal D120-P2-T Encoder
- Additional Equipment:
- Dart Bear Paws
- Snow Baffles
- Van Horn Main Rotor Blades
- Complete Logs Since New
- Always Hangared
- Excellent Condition
- Interior: Executive Seating Configuration with multiple seatbelts and floor protectors.
About this Model
Overview
The Bell 206L-3 LongRanger is the extended-cabin member of the 206 family, aimed at operators who want the simplicity of a single-engine helicopter with more cabin volume and useful load than a standard JetRanger. It is commonly configured for mixed utility work—passenger transport, aerial observation, and light external-load tasks—where predictable handling, straightforward systems, and broad support infrastructure are valued.
Mission Fit
The LongRanger is typically selected for missions that involve frequent starts/stops, low-altitude maneuvering, and point-to-point trips where rotorcraft access provides time savings. It fits operators needing a practical cabin with rear seating and adequate baggage capacity, while keeping single-engine operating complexity. Mission suitability is strongly influenced by local terrain, temperature, and payload goals, so real-world performance should be validated against planned routes and typical operating weights.
Cabin
Cabin space is the key differentiator versus shorter 206 variants: the stretched fuselage supports a more usable rear passenger area and improves flexibility for passenger seating or mission equipment. Entry is generally straightforward for a light utility helicopter, and typical fit-outs range from basic utility interiors to corporate-style seating. Noise and vibration levels depend heavily on interior kit, rotor/track-and-balance condition, and installed soundproofing.