Specifications
Broker
Aircraft Details
- Turbine helicopter located in Randburg, South Africa
- Airframe total time: 2,530 hours
- Engine: Rolls Royce M250-C47B, 545 hours since major overhaul (SMOH), 2,000-hour TBO
- Auxiliary fuel tank and air conditioning
- Dual controls and baggage compartment
- Avionics: Garmin GTN 750 NAV/COM/GPS, Garmin GTR 225 COM, Garmin GTX 327 transponder, Garmin GMA 35 remote audio panel, Davtron M803 digital chronometer, Artex 406 ELT
- Radar altimeter and inlet barrier filter
- Fresh 2,500-hour and 72-month inspections, fresh Certificate of Airworthiness (C of A)
- Interior: Seven-place tan leather seats with beige carpets
- Exterior: Metallic navy blue with black and silver accent stripes
- Remaining engine component times: 1st and 2nd stage wheels – 1,480 hours, 3rd stage wheel – 3,899 hours, 4th stage wheel – 2,020 hours
About this Model
Overview
The Bell 407 is a five-place (plus pilot) single-engine light helicopter commonly selected for mixed utility work where speed, hover performance, and straightforward line maintenance matter. It pairs a 4-blade main rotor with a proven turbine powerplant, aiming for predictable handling and good ride quality across a broad range of weights and loading. Typical buyers consider it for business and public-use roles that need quick point-to-point travel, external-load flexibility (as equipped), and access to confined or unimproved landing areas.
Mission Fit
In day-to-day use, the 407 tends to fit operators who want a single-engine platform that can cover passenger movement, light utility, and special-mission profiles with one airframe. It is often used for corporate shuttle, EMS support roles in regions where single-engine is acceptable, public safety, and utility work. If your operating policy, insurance, or customer requirements demand twin-engine capability for overwater, IFR, or critical passenger missions, a twin may align better.
Cabin
The 407’s cabin is designed around easy access and mission flexibility rather than a luxury layout. Large doors and a flat floor support quick loading for passengers or equipment, and typical seating can be configured to balance comfort with payload. Noise and vibration levels are generally acceptable for the class, but the experience will depend heavily on interior specification, soundproofing options, and installed mission equipment.