BELL 407
About
The Bell 407 is a 4 blade, single engine helicopter and is a derivative of the Bell 206L-4 LongRanger. The 407 has increased performance making it a work horse aircraft favored by Indonesian mining companies for the movement of passengers and equipment in exploration and production operations. The aircraft is specifically equipped for external load work and includes an external torque gauge and integrated load cell for increased safety and efficiency.
CHARACTERISTICS & PERFORMANCE
- Crew: One pilot
- Capacity: Six passengers
- Length: 12.7 m
- Rotor diameter: 10.67 m
- Height: 3.56 m
- Empty weight: 1,210 kg
- Max take off weight: 2,722 kg (external)
- Powerplant: Allison 250-C47B turboshaft
- Cruise speed: 133 kts (246 km/h)
- Range: 600 km
- Service ceiling: 5,700 m