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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Bell 525 Relentless vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer

The Airbus H225 and MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer are helicopters, while the Bell 525 Relentless is a newer-generation super‑medium helicopter; the Embraer Legacy 650E is a long‑range business jet, so it competes in a different mission class. In range, the Legacy 650E is far ahead, typically around 3,900 nautical miles, enabling true intercontinental legs. Among the helicopters, the H225 generally offers the longest reach at roughly 450–500 nautical miles depending on load and reserves, the Bell 525 is in a similar band at about 500 nautical miles, and the MD 902 is shorter‑legged at roughly 300–350 nautical miles. For passenger capacity, the Legacy 650E commonly seats 13 passengers in executive configuration (with a higher maximum if densified), whereas the H225 is the people‑mover, often configured for about 16–19 passengers and capable of more in high‑density layouts. The Bell 525 typically carries around 12–16 passengers depending on interior. The MD 902 is much smaller, usually accommodating about 7–8 passengers.

SpecAIRBUS H225Bell 525 Relentless
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 20.87
Min Crew22
Total Seats2118
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersBell
Aircraft NameH225525 Relentless
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)454580
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99
Max Cabin Seats2816
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)119296675
Standard Cabin Seats1916
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISGarmin G5000H
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142160
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$15,000,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew22
Total Seats2118
Max Cabin Seats2816
Standard Cabin Seats1916
Engine
FADECYesDual-Channel
ModelMakila 2A1CT7-2F1
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)35004000
Horsepower21001800
No. of Engines22
Fuel Capacity (gal)684641
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.461.58
Overall Height (ft)16.318.18
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.254.5
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547
Width (ft)25.77
Cabin Width (ft)7.58
Cabin Height (ft)4.5
Cabin Length (ft)15.5
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)128