Bell 525 Relentless vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Enstrom 480b
The Bell 525 Relentless and Enstrom 480B are helicopters, while the Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility airplane and the Embraer Legacy 650E is a long‑range business jet. In range, the Legacy 650E is in a different class, typically capable of roughly 3,900–4,000 nautical miles, suited to intercontinental missions. The Grand Caravan EX is mid‑range for a turboprop, commonly around 900–1,000 nautical miles depending on load and reserves. The Bell 525 is a long‑range helicopter with approximately 500–600 nautical miles of range in typical planning, generally exceeding the Enstrom 480B, which is closer to about 300–400 nautical miles. Passenger capacity also separates them: the Legacy 650E usually seats about 13 passengers in executive configuration. The Grand Caravan EX typically carries up to 9–14 passengers depending on interior and regulations. The Bell 525 can be configured around 12–16 seats, often fewer in VIP layouts. The Enstrom 480B is much smaller, generally seating 4–5 including the pilot.
| Spec | Bell 525 Relentless |
|---|---|
| Summary | |
| Cockpit | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 |
| Total Seats | 18 |
| Flight Rules | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| Aircraft Name | 525 Relentless |
| Certification | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 580 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 6675 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 16 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G5000H |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 160 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $15,000,000 |
| Cabin | |
| Cockpit | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 |
| Total Seats | 18 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 16 |
| Engine | |
| FADEC | Dual-Channel |
| Model | CT7-2F1 |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel |
| TBO (hrs) | 4000 |
| Horsepower | 1800 |
| No. of Engines | 2 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 641 |
| Dimensions | |
| Width (ft) | 25.77 |
| Length (ft) | 61.58 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.58 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.5 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 15.5 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 18.18 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 54.5 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 128 |