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BELL 407(2004)

BELL 407

Specifications

Year2004
Serial Number53601
Registration--
Total Hours5,000
LocationEURUNDEREE, NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA
RegionAUSTRALIA & OCEANIA

Broker

OZ CHOPPERS PTD

AI Description

  • Condition: Used
  • Extensive refurbishment program planned
  • Major component inspections and full airframe/engine checks
  • Compliance with all applicable AD and ASB
  • New Bell-supplied tailboom to be installed
  • Customization options available: paint, interior, avionics upgrades, mission-specific modifications
  • Modifications include:
  • High Visibility Crew and Passenger Doors
  • Dual Evaporator Air Comm Airconditioning
  • AA High Skid Gear and Steps
  • Wire Strike Protection System
  • Donaldson Inlet Barrier Filter
  • New Front Windshields, Skylights, and Rubber Mounted Chin Bubbles
  • Automatic Door Openers
  • Dart Cyclic Friction Kit
  • Pedal Safety Lockout Kit
  • Baggage Extender
  • New clear floor protectors
  • Folding Maintenance Step
  • Major airframe components with TSO 0.0 include:
  • MR Hub Assy, Mast Assy, Swashplate and Support Assy, T/R Gearbox, T/R Hub, Driveshaft, Turbine, HMU, Bleed Valve, Fuel Nozzle
  • Engine: 250-C47B with TSN 3953.8, starts 4072
  • 1st and 2nd Stage Wheel: 2025 Hrs remaining, 3rd and 4th Stage Wheel: 2586.2 Hrs remaining, Impeller: 3546.2 Hrs remaining

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.