Airbus Helicopters H125 vs Airbus Helicopters H130 vs Beechcraft King Air 260 vs Robinson Helicopters R66

The Airbus Helicopters H125 and H130 are single‑engine light helicopters aimed at utility and passenger work, while the Robinson R66 is a smaller, lighter single‑engine turbine helicopter typically used for cost‑efficient transport and training. The Beechcraft King Air 260 is a pressurized twin‑turboprop airplane designed for faster regional travel and higher cruise efficiency than any of the helicopters. On range, the King Air 260 generally leads by a wide margin for point‑to‑point trips, typically flying roughly 1,000–1,700 nautical miles depending on payload and reserves. The H125 and H130 are usually in the several‑hundred‑nautical‑mile class, often around 300–400+ nautical miles depending on configuration. The R66 is broadly similar in mission but commonly a bit shorter‑legged than the larger Airbus singles, often around 300–350 nautical miles. For passenger capacity, the H130 typically seats the most among these helicopters at up to about 7 passengers (plus pilot), the H125 commonly carries about 5–6 passengers (plus pilot), and the R66 typically carries up to about 4 passengers (plus pilot). The King Air 260 is commonly configured for about 6–9 passengers, with layouts varying by operator.