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Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Enstrom 480b vs Gulfstream G700

The Airbus H225 is a heavy twin‑engine helicopter used for offshore transport, search and rescue, and utility missions. Its typical range is roughly 450–700 nautical miles depending on payload and fuel configuration, and it generally carries about 16–19 passengers (with higher-density seating possible for specific roles). The Enstrom 480B is a light single‑engine piston helicopter primarily for training, patrol, and personal/business use; it has a much shorter range, commonly around 200–300 nautical miles, and seats up to five including the pilot. The Gulfstream G700 is a long‑range large‑cabin business jet designed for intercontinental travel; its range is about 7,500 nautical miles, and it typically carries around 10–19 passengers in executive configurations (with a higher certified maximum depending on layout). Overall, the H225 prioritizes vertical lift and payload over moderate distances, the 480B is a small short‑range rotorcraft, and the G700 dominates in speed, comfort, and global reach.

SpecAIRBUS H225Gulfstream G700
Summary
Cockpit23
DOC / nm$ 20.87—
Min Crew24
Total Seats2116
Flight RulesIFR—
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersGulfstream
Aircraft NameH225G700
CertificationFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)4547500
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.99—
Max Cabin Seats2819
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)11929—
Standard Cabin Seats1912
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,963—
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISGulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)142516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 29,500,000$78,000,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew24
Total Seats2116
Max Cabin Seats2819
Standard Cabin Seats1912
Crew Rest—Optional
Jump Seat—Yes
Galley Location—FWD
Lavatory Location—FWD / AFT
Engine
FADECYes—
ModelMakila 2A1Pearl 700
Fuel TypeJetFuel—
TBO (hrs)3500On Condition
Horsepower2100—
No. of Engines22
Fuel Capacity (gal)684—
Thrust (lbs)—18250
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.4109.9
Overall Height (ft)16.325.4
Rotor Diameter (ft)53.2—
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)547—
Wingspan (ft)—103
Aisle Step (ft)—Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)—8.2
Cabin Height (ft)—6.25
Cabin Length (ft)—56.9
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)—195