Bell 430 vs MD-900
Overview
The Bell 430 and the MD-900 are both Military Helicopters, manufactured by Bell and MD Helicopters respectively.
Top speed is 278 km/h for the Bell 430 vs 259 km/h for the MD-900. The Bell 430 has an operational range of 600 km vs 543 km for the MD-900. The Bell 430 operates at altitudes up to 6,096 m compared to 5,334 m for the MD-900.
The Bell 430 has been produced in 136 units vs 5 for the MD-900. The MD-900 first flew 2 years before the Bell 430 (1992 vs 1994).
| 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 |
| American civil utility helicopter, recognized for its quiet operation, used worldwide for law enforcement and air ambulance services. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | MD Helicopters |
| First flight | 18 December 1992 |
| Year introduced | 1994 |
| Number produced | 5 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 12.8 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 15.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 278 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 600 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,218 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2,406 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 293 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.3 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 9.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 259 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 543 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,334 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,835 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,531 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 205 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Bell 430 or MD-900?
The Bell 430 is faster with a maximum speed of 278 km/h compared to the MD-900's 259 km/h, a difference of 19 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bell 430 or MD-900?
The Bell 430 has a longer range at 600 km compared to the MD-900's 543 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bell 430 or MD-900?
The Bell 430 has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the MD-900's 5,334 meters (17,500 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bell 430 or MD-900?
The Bell 430 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,218 kg compared to the MD-900's 2,835 kg.
Which is larger, the Bell 430 or MD-900?
The Bell 430 is longer at 15.3 meters compared to the MD-900's 9.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the Bell 430 or MD-900?
The MD-900 entered service first in 1994, 1 years before the Bell 430 which entered service in 1995.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bell 430 or MD-900?
The Bell 430 has been produced in greater numbers with 136 units compared to 5 units of the MD-900.