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Comparison of Bell 429 and MD Explorer [S]ave

Attribute
Bell 429 ×
MD Explorer ×
General
ManufacturerBell HelicopterMD Helicopters
ModelBell 429MD Explorer
CountryUnited StatesUnited States
Manufactured from (year)20071992
TypeMid Size HelicoptersMid Size Helicopters
IcaoB429EXPL
Performance
Engine2x Pratt & Whitney Canada PW207D1/D22x 2 × Pratt & Whitney PW207E turboshafts
Power, hp (hp)720550
AvionicsGarmin GTN-650/750Digital avionics including FADEC
Max cruise speed (km/h)278250
Travel range (km)715693
Fuel economy (km/l)0.911.15
Service ceiling (m)6,0965,334
Rate of climb (m/sec)10.1610.5
Weights
Max take off weight (kg)3,6293,130
Max payload (kg)1,4811,417
Fuel tank capacity (l)821602
Baggage volume (m³)2-
Dimensions
Seats76
Cabin height (m)1.251.24
Cabin width (m)1.51.45
Cabin length (m)2.991.91
Exterior length (m)13.111.38
Tail height (m)4.043.66
Fuselage diameter (m)1.751.7
Wing span (m)1110.3
Wing tipsNo WingletsNo Winglets



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