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Airbus Helicopters H145 vs Bell 412epi vs Bell 429 Globalranger

All three are twin‑engine, IFR‑capable light/medium utility helicopters, but they sit in slightly different size and mission bands. The Airbus Helicopters H145 is in the light‑twin category and is often configured for EMS, law enforcement, and corporate transport; it typically seats about 8 to 9 passengers (depending on layout) and offers a useful range on the order of roughly 330–360 nautical miles. The Bell 429 GlobalRanger is also a light‑twin, positioned as a fast, roomy cabin platform for EMS and corporate missions; typical passenger seating is about 6 to 7 (with higher totals possible by configuration), and range is generally in the same neighborhood as the H145, roughly 350–400 nautical miles. The Bell 412EPi is a larger medium twin‑engine utility helicopter aimed at higher payload and cabin volume for offshore, SAR, and transport roles; it commonly carries around 10 to 13 passengers and, depending on fit and reserves, typically reaches about 360–400 nautical miles. Overall, the 412EPi leads on passenger capacity, while H145 and 429 are closer peers in the lighter class with comparable range.

SpecAIRBUS H145Bell 412EPiBell 429 GlobalRanger
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 9.31$ 12.09$ 6.29
Min Crew111
Total Seats10148
Flight RulesIFRIFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersBellBell
Aircraft NameH145412EPi429 GlobalRanger
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)352361365
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.93$ 0.86$ 0.79
Max Cabin Seats9136
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)420048292535
Standard Cabin Seats8136
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,210$ 1,487$ 931
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISBell BasiX-ProBell BasiX-Pro
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)130123148
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$10,200,000$ 12,500,000$7,500,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew111
Total Seats10148
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats9136
Standard Cabin Seats8136
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelArriel 2EPT6T-9PW207D1
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)400040004000
Horsepower89413701100
No. of Engines222
Fuel Burn (gph)11376
Fuel Capacity (gal)330.5216.9
Dimensions
Length (ft)44.852.143
Overall Height (ft)1311.513.25
Rotor Diameter (ft)36.14636
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)166220130
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)46.82874
Width (ft)3326.37
Cabin Width (ft)5
Cabin Height (ft)4
Cabin Length (ft)6.58