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Bell 525 Relentless vs Enstrom 480b vs Robinson R66

The Bell 525 Relentless is a super‑medium, twin‑engine helicopter aimed at offshore, corporate, and utility missions. It offers the greatest range of the three (roughly in the 500–600+ nautical mile class, depending on configuration) and the highest passenger capacity, typically arranged for around 16–20 occupants in many mission interiors, making it suitable for longer overwater legs and higher payload operations. The Enstrom 480B is a light, single‑engine turbine helicopter positioned for training, patrol, and general utility work. Its range is mid‑pack (commonly around the 250–350 nautical mile class), and it generally seats up to five people including the pilot, emphasizing simplicity and operating economy over maximum speed or cabin volume. The Robinson R66 is also a light, single‑engine turbine helicopter, widely used for private, charter, and light utility roles. Its typical range is similar to, or slightly better than, the 480B in many configurations (often around the 300–350 nautical mile class), with seating for up to five including the pilot, but with a broader market focus on low operating costs and straightforward ownership.

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