Bell 407

The versatile single-engine helicopter built for utility and corporate roles.

Overview

Bell United States ICAO: B407 1995–Present Active $3.1 million (2019)

The Bell 407 is a single-engine turbine helicopter developed from earlier Bell designs. Introduced in the 1990s, it offers improved performance and cabin comfort. The aircraft is widely used in corporate, emergency medical, and utility operations.

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Specifications

Units
Engine
1 × Rolls-Royce Model 250-C47E/4
Engine type
Turboshaft
Power
862 shp · 643 kW
Avionics
AP-85 Two-Axis Autopilot, Garmin G1000H/G1000H NXi
Wing tips
No winglets
Seats
7
Crew
—
Cabin width
3 ft 11 in  ·  1.20 m
Cabin height
3 ft 11 in  ·  1.20 m
Cabin length
6 ft 7 in  ·  2.00 m
Exterior length
41 ft 8 in  ·  12.70 m
Tail height
10 ft 10 in  ·  3.30 m
Fuselage diameter
4 ft 7 in  ·  1.40 m
Wing span
35 ft 0 in  ·  10.67 m
Baggage volume
18 ft³  ·  0.5 m³
Gross weight
—
Empty weight
—
Max takeoff weight
6,000 lb  ·  2,700 kg
Max landing weight
—
Max payload
2,550 lb  ·  1,150 kg
Fuel capacity
130 gal · 500 L · 400 kg (Jet A)
Max cruise speed
133 kt  ·  153 mph  ·  246 km/h
Maximum speed
—
Cruise speed
—
Approach speed
—
Range
337 nm  ·  390 mi  ·  620 km
Fuel burn
3.39 nm/gal  ·  1.66 km/L
Ceiling
20,000 ft  ·  6,100 m
Rate of climb
1,850 ft/min  ·  9 m/s
Takeoff distance
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Landing distance
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Delaware State Police Bell 407 helicopter

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Operational Context

Bell 407 — single-engine utility helicopter

The Bell 407 first flew in 1995 and entered service in 1996. It was derived from the Bell 206L LongRanger but incorporates a four-blade rotor system for improved ride quality. The helicopter features a sleek fuselage and upgraded avionics over earlier models.

Powered by a Rolls-Royce 250-C47B turboshaft engine producing approximately 813 shaft horsepower, the Bell 407 cruises at around 140 knots (260 km/h). Maximum takeoff weight is roughly 5,250 pounds (2,381 kg). The cabin can accommodate up to six occupants depending on configuration.

The Bell 407 has proven adaptable to a wide range of missions including offshore support and aerial firefighting. Its combination of speed and payload makes it a popular light turbine helicopter. The model remains a mainstay in Bell’s product line.

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