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Bell 525 Relentless vs Bell 412epi vs Sikorsky S 76d

The Bell 525 Relentless is a newer, super‑medium helicopter aimed at higher-speed, longer-range missions such as offshore transport and corporate travel. Compared with the others, it generally offers the longest range in typical configurations and the largest passenger capacity, commonly arranged around 16 seats depending on cabin fit. The Bell 412EPi is a twin‑engine, medium utility helicopter optimized for versatility, including EMS, SAR, firefighting support, and general transport. Its range is typically shorter than the 525 and broadly competitive with, or slightly below, an S‑76D depending on fuel and payload, while passenger capacity is usually in the low‑teens in high-density seating, again varying by interior and mission equipment. The Sikorsky S‑76D is a twin‑engine, light/intermediate helicopter widely used for executive and offshore roles. It typically carries fewer passengers than a 412EPi or 525, often configured for about 8–12, and offers solid range for its class, generally below the 525 but in the same overall band as many 412EPi mission fits.

SpecBell 412EPiBell 525 RelentlessSikorsky S-76D
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 12.09$ 11.49
Min Crew122
Total Seats141812
Flight RulesIFRIFRIFR
ManufacturerBellBellSikorsky
Aircraft Name412EPi525 RelentlessS-76D
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)361580441
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.86$ 0.96
Max Cabin Seats131610
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)48296675
Standard Cabin Seats131610
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,487$ 1,781
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Bell BasiX-ProGarmin G5000HThales TopDeck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)123160155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 12,500,000$15,000,000 $14,900,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew122
Total Seats141812
Max Cabin Seats131610
Standard Cabin Seats131610
Engine
FADECYesDual-ChannelYes
ModelPT6T-9CT7-2F1PW210S
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)400040004000
Horsepower137018001077
No. of Engines221
Fuel Burn (gph)113
Fuel Capacity (gal)330.5641296
Dimensions
Width (ft)3325.77
Length (ft)52.161.5852.5
Overall Height (ft)11.518.1814.5
Rotor Diameter (ft)4654.544
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)220
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)28128
Cabin Width (ft)7.58
Cabin Height (ft)4.5
Cabin Length (ft)15.5