Airbus Helicopters H160 vs Airbus Helicopters H175 vs Subaru Bell 412epx

The Airbus Helicopters H160 is a modern, medium twin optimized for efficiency and low vibration, typically carrying about 10–12 passengers in an offshore or corporate-style cabin (configurations vary). Its practical range is generally in the mid-hundreds of nautical miles, roughly around 450–500 nm depending on fuel, payload, and reserves, making it well suited to short-to-medium missions. The Airbus Helicopters H175 sits in a heavier “super-medium” class with more cabin volume and higher payload, commonly arranged for around 16 passengers in offshore transport. Its range is also in the mid-hundreds of nautical miles and often similar or slightly higher than H160 in typical offshore-fit scenarios (about 450–550 nm, mission-dependent), but its key advantage is lift and space rather than raw distance. The Subaru Bell 412EPX is a medium twin in the proven 412 family, often configured for about 10–13 passengers. Its range is typically shorter than the two Airbus models in many passenger configurations, commonly around 300–400 nm, with strengths in utility, public service, and multi-role operations.