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Enstrom Helicotper 480b G vs Md Helicopters Md 600n vs Robinson Helicopters R66

The Enstrom 480B-G is typically positioned as a light, single-engine utility helicopter with a traditional main-and-tail-rotor layout, aimed at training, patrol, and general commercial work. In broad category terms it sits in the lighter end of the turbine market, with moderate range and a cabin commonly configured for a pilot plus up to four passengers (five seats total), depending on fit and mission equipment. The MD Helicopters MD 600N is a larger, higher-performance light turbine helicopter, notable for its NOTAR (no tail rotor) anti-torque system, and is often used for law enforcement, utility, and passenger transport. It generally offers longer range and higher useful load than the 480B-G, with seating commonly around six (pilot plus five), again dependent on configuration. The Robinson R66 is a light, single-turbine helicopter designed for simplicity and operating economy, commonly used for private, training, and light commercial roles. Its passenger capacity is typically five seats total (pilot plus four), with range often competitive in the light-turbine class—frequently comparable to, or in some missions exceeding, the 480B-G—while usually trailing the MD 600N in cabin size and payload.

SpecMD Helicopters MD 600NROBINSON R66
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 4.06$ 3.49
Min Crew11
Total Seats65
Flight RulesVFRVFR
ManufacturerMD HelicotpersRobinson Helicopters
Aircraft NameMD 600NR66
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)341350
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.68$ 0.70
Max Cabin Seats5
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)20001355
Standard Cabin Seats53
Direct Operating Cost$ 545$ 384
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Gyro / AnalogGyro / Analog
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)134110
Base Aircraft Price (USD) $3,400,000 $ 920,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew11
Total Seats65
Max Cabin Seats5
Standard Cabin Seats53
Engine
FADECNoNo
Model250-C47RR300
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)20002000
Horsepower715300
No. of Engines11
Fuel Burn (gph)41
Fuel Capacity (gal)11873.6
Dimensions
Length (ft)36.938.3
Overall Height (ft)9.711.4
Rotor Diameter (ft)27.533
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)50
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)18