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Airbus Helicopters H125 vs Airbus Helicopters H130 vs Bell 407gxi"

The Airbus H125 is typically positioned as the most rugged, high-power option in this group, often chosen for utility work and operations in hot-and-high environments. In category terms it is a single-engine light helicopter, like the others, but it leans more toward lift and mission versatility than pure passenger comfort. Its practical range is generally in the mid-hundreds of nautical miles depending on configuration and reserves, and it usually seats a pilot plus about five to six passengers. The Airbus H130 is also a single-engine light helicopter, but it is more squarely aimed at passenger transport and sightseeing, emphasizing a quieter cabin and better rear seating comfort. Range is broadly comparable to the H125 in typical missions, and it commonly carries a pilot plus up to six passengers. The Bell 407GXi is a single-engine light helicopter that balances speed, cabin utility, and modern avionics. Its range is also generally in the same mid-hundreds of nautical miles class, and typical seating is a pilot plus five to six passengers, depending on interior and weight limits.

SpecAIRBUS H125AIRBUS H130
Summary
Cockpit23
DOC / nm$ 4.61$ 5.00
Min Crew11
Total Seats67
Flight RulesVFRVFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersAirbus Helicopters
Aircraft NameH125H130
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)341333
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.77$ 0.71
Max Cabin Seats55
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)21892299
Standard Cabin Seats44
Direct Operating Cost$ 627$ 640
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G500HGarmin G500H
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)136128
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$3,200,000$3,450,000
Cabin
Cockpit23
Min Crew11
Total Seats67
Max Cabin Seats55
Standard Cabin Seats44
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelArriel 2DArriel 2D
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)50005000
Horsepower847952
No. of Engines11
Fuel Capacity (gal)143143
Dimensions
Length (ft)42.541.5
Overall Height (ft)1011.1
Rotor Diameter (ft)36.135.1