429 GlobalRanger vs Bell 430
| Canadian light utility helicopter, recognized for emergency medical, law enforcement, and corporate transport services since 2009. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 27 February 2007 |
| Year introduced | 2009 |
| Number produced | 325 units |
| Average unit price | $7.3 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 |
| Height | 4.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 287 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 720 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,175 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,925 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 466 kW â—‰ |
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| 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 429 GlobalRanger by Saberwyn.
Photo of Bell 430 by Bell.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 429 GlobalRanger or Bell 430?
The 429 GlobalRanger is faster with a maximum speed of 287 km/h compared to the Bell 430's 278 km/h, a difference of 9 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 429 GlobalRanger or Bell 430?
The 429 GlobalRanger has a longer range at 720 km compared to the Bell 430's 600 km.
Which can fly higher, the 429 GlobalRanger or Bell 430?
The Bell 430 has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the 429 GlobalRanger's 6,096 meters (20,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 429 GlobalRanger or Bell 430?
The Bell 430 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,218 kg compared to the 429 GlobalRanger's 3,175 kg.
Which is larger, the 429 GlobalRanger or Bell 430?
The Bell 430 is longer at 15.3 meters compared to the 429 GlobalRanger's 12.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 429 GlobalRanger or Bell 430?
The Bell 430 is more expensive at approximately $10 million per unit compared to the 429 GlobalRanger at $7.3 million.
Which entered service first, the 429 GlobalRanger or Bell 430?
The Bell 430 entered service first in 1995, 14 years before the 429 GlobalRanger which entered service in 2009.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 429 GlobalRanger or Bell 430?
The 429 GlobalRanger has been produced in greater numbers with 325 units compared to 136 units of the Bell 430.