206 JetRanger vs Bell 430
| American light helicopter, well known for civilian, military, emergency medical services, and offshore oil support roles since the 1960s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 10 January 1966 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 7300 units |
| Average unit price | $1.3 million |
| American commercial helicopter, actively utilized globally for medical services and executive transportation since the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 25 October 1994 |
| Year introduced | 1995 |
| Number produced | 136 units |
| Average unit price | $10 million |
| Wingspan | 10.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 226 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 624 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,572 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,495 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,737 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 485 kW â—‰ |
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| Wingspan | 12.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 278 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 600 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,218 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,406 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 585 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Bell 430 by Bell.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 206 JetRanger or Bell 430?
The Bell 430 is faster with a maximum speed of 278 km/h compared to the 206 JetRanger's 226 km/h, a difference of 52 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 206 JetRanger or Bell 430?
The 206 JetRanger has a longer range at 624 km compared to the Bell 430's 600 km.
Which can fly higher, the 206 JetRanger or Bell 430?
The Bell 430 has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the 206 JetRanger's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 206 JetRanger or Bell 430?
The Bell 430 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,218 kg compared to the 206 JetRanger's 2,495 kg.
Which is larger, the 206 JetRanger or Bell 430?
The Bell 430 is longer at 15.3 meters compared to the 206 JetRanger's 12.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 206 JetRanger or Bell 430?
The Bell 430 is more expensive at approximately $10 million per unit compared to the 206 JetRanger at $1.3 million.
Which entered service first, the 206 JetRanger or Bell 430?
The 206 JetRanger entered service first in 1967, 28 years before the Bell 430 which entered service in 1995.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 206 JetRanger or Bell 430?
The 206 JetRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 7,300 units compared to 136 units of the Bell 430.