Bell 407gxi vs Enstrom Helicotper 480b G vs Leonardo Sh09 vs Md Helicopter MD 530F vs Md Helicopters Md 500e vs Md Helicopters Md 600n vs Robinson Helicopters R66

All six are light helicopters, but they split into two practical groups: higher-capability light singles and simpler utility/training types. The Bell 407GXi, Leonardo AW09 (often referred to as “SH09” in early branding), and MD 600N generally sit at the top of this set for overall mission capability and typically offer the longest useful range among the group, with the 407GXi and AW09 commonly positioned for IFR-capable, high-performance utility, EMS, and corporate roles; the 600N adds a quieter, smoother profile via NOTAR, often favored where noise and downwash matter. The Robinson R66 is a lighter, cost-focused turbine single with solid practical range for its class and is widely used for utility and private/corporate flying. The Enstrom 480B-G is a rugged light turbine emphasizing stability and training/utility work, typically with moderate range. The MD 500E is the smallest, most agile “hot-rod” option, often optimized for short, high-tempo utility and aerial work rather than maximum range. Passenger capacity broadly runs from about 4–5 seats (MD 500E, often R66) up to about 6–7 seats (407GXi, AW09, 480B-G, 600N), depending on configuration and payload.