Bell 430 vs MD-900
| 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. | |
| 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 | $-- million |
| Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 15.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 278 km/h 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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| Height | 3.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 259 km/h â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,334 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,835 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,531 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 410 kW â—‰ |
Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Bell 430 by Bell.