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Bell 525 Relentless vs Enstrom 480b vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer

The Bell 525 Relentless is best viewed as a larger, long-range “super-medium” class helicopter aimed at offshore and corporate missions. It typically offers the greatest range of the three and the highest passenger capacity, commonly configured for roughly 16 passengers (with layouts varying by operator). The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer sits in the light twin category. It is generally optimized for urban/public-safety, EMS, and utility roles, with a moderate range and a smaller cabin; typical seating is around 8 to 10 people including the pilot(s), depending on interior configuration and mission equipment. The Enstrom 480B is a light single-engine helicopter, usually chosen for lower operating cost, training, patrol, and light utility work rather than maximum payload. It has the shortest range and the smallest passenger capacity of the three, commonly seating about 4 to 5 people including the pilot. Overall, capacity and range tend to scale upward from the Enstrom 480B to the MD 902, and highest with the Bell 525, reflecting their increasing size and mission focus.

SpecBell 525 Relentless
Summary
Cockpit2
Min Crew2
Total Seats18
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerBell
Aircraft Name525 Relentless
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)580
Max Cabin Seats16
OEM VerificationVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)6675
Standard Cabin Seats16
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000H
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)160
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,000,000
Cabin
Cockpit2
Min Crew2
Total Seats18
Max Cabin Seats16
Standard Cabin Seats16
Engine
FADECDual-Channel
ModelCT7-2F1
Fuel TypeJetFuel
TBO (hrs)4000
Horsepower1800
No. of Engines2
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