Bell 429 Globalranger vs Bell 505 Jetranger X vs Bell 525 Relentless
| Spec | Bell 429 GlobalRanger | Bell 505 JetRanger X | Bell 525 Relentless |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 6.29 | $ 3.53 | — |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 8 | 5 | 18 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | VFR | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Bell | Bell | Bell |
| Aircraft Name | 429 GlobalRanger | 505 JetRanger X | 525 Relentless |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 365 | 306 | 580 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.71 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 6 | — | 16 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 2535 | 1500 | 6675 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 6 | 3 | 16 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 931 | $ 441 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bell BasiX-Pro | Garmin G1000H | Garmin G5000H |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 148 | 125 | 160 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $7,500,000 | $1,445,000 | $15,000,000 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 8 | 5 | 18 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 6 | — | 16 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 6 | 3 | 16 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Dual-Channel | Dual-Channel |
| Model | PW207D1 | Arrius 2R | CT7-2F1 |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | JetFuel | JetFuel |
| TBO (hrs) | 4000 | 4000 | 4000 |
| Horsepower | 1100 | 505 | 1800 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | 76 | 32.3 | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 216.9 | 84.85 | 641 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Width (ft) | 26.37 | 6.51 | 25.77 |
| Length (ft) | 43 | 42.48 | 61.58 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 5 | 4.66 | 7.58 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4 | 2.75 | 4.5 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 6.58 | 7.17 | 15.5 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 13.25 | 10.65 | 18.18 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 36 | 37 | 54.5 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 130 | 137 | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 74 | 18 | 128 |