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Bell 412epi vs Leonardo Aw139 vs Robinson Helicopters R66 vs Sikorsky S 76d

The Bell 412EPi and Leonardo AW139 sit in the medium, twin‑engine utility category, while the Sikorsky S‑76D is a twin‑engine intermediate helicopter optimized more for executive and offshore missions. The Robinson R66 is a light, single‑engine helicopter aimed at lower‑cost private, training, and light utility use. In range, the AW139 and S‑76D generally lead among these four, commonly offering roughly 500–800 nautical miles depending on configuration and reserves, making them strong choices for longer legs. The Bell 412EPi is typically mid‑pack, often around the 350–450 nautical mile class for practical missions. The R66 is shorter‑range by comparison, commonly around 300–350 nautical miles, again varying with payload and fuel. Passenger capacity follows size and role. The R66 is a 5‑seat aircraft including the pilot, so it usually carries up to four passengers. The Bell 412EPi commonly carries around 10–13 passengers in utility seating. The AW139 typically accommodates about 12–15 passengers. The S‑76D often seats around 8–12, with many executive layouts favoring fewer, more spacious seats.

SpecBell 412EPiAGUSTA / LEONARDO AW139ROBINSON R66Sikorsky S-76D
Summary
Cockpit2222
DOC / nm$ 12.09$ 11.69$ 3.49$ 11.49
Min Crew1212
Total Seats1417512
Flight RulesIFRIFRVFRIFR
ManufacturerBellLeonardoRobinson HelicoptersSikorsky
Aircraft Name412EPiAW139R66S-76D
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)361573350441
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.86$ 0.69$ 0.70$ 0.96
Max Cabin Seats131510
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)482947011355
Standard Cabin Seats1315310
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,487$ 1,929$ 384$ 1,781
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Bell BasiX-ProEFISGyro / AnalogThales TopDeck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)123165110155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 12,500,000 $15,900,000 $ 920,000 $14,900,000
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Min Crew1212
Total Seats1417512
Max Cabin Seats131510
Standard Cabin Seats1315310
Engine
FADECYesYesNoYes
ModelPT6T-9PT6C-67CRR300PW210S
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuelJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)4000500020004000
Horsepower137016793001077
No. of Engines2211
Fuel Burn (gph)113
Fuel Capacity (gal)330.541473.6296
Dimensions
Width (ft)33
Length (ft)52.154.738.352.5
Overall Height (ft)11.516.411.414.5
Rotor Diameter (ft)4654.73344
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)22028250
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)2812018