General Description

The Bell 407 is the latest edition of the light turbine helicopter. Various configurations such as high skid gear, floats, litter kits and other optional accessories make the Bell 407 one of the most versatile light helicopters available today.

Engine

Allison Model 250-C47B gas turbine with Full Authority Digital Electronic Control (FADEC)/813 shaft horsepower.

Capacities

Fuel ~ 126 Gallons/477 liters Jet A or Jet B
Gross Weight ~ 5,000 pounds/2267 Kg.
Gross Weight External~5,500 pounds/2499 Kg.
Cargo

Baggage Compartment ~ 16 cubic feet/.45 cubic meter
Rear Cabin Area ~ 85 cubic feet/2.4 cubic meters

Seats ~ 6 passengers and 1 pilot

Radio Equipment

VHF
VHF/FM
GPS
VOR
ADF
Transponder

Loading Information

Basic weight on high skids and tundra shoes ~ 2598 pounds
Maximum gross weight:

Internal ~ 5000 pounds/2268 kg
External ~ 5500 pounds/2495 kg

Cruise Speed:

Normal ~ 140 kts
With average sling load ~ 70 knots

Fuel consumption ~ 57 gallons (US) per hour

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