Bell 407 - the basis of a whole family of light single-engine helicopters. This is a useful starting point if you are interested in different generations and purposes of the same platform.
In practice, the 407 can be a passenger, work or special board. The general name does not say which avionics, engine and cabin are installed on the selected copy.
For comparison with 407GXi, first figure out the year and modification. The old and new versions may have different equipment and service history; the impression of the flight also depends on the condition of the cabin.
02 / Manufacturer data
Specifications and uses
Bell 407 is the name of a family that has several generations inside it. For numeric reference, the current 407GXi is shown here; the old 407 may have different data.
Family
Bell 407
Modern landmark
407GXi
Engine 407GXi
1 × Rolls-Royce 250-C47E/4
Capacity 407GXi
1 pilot + 6 passengers
Max. mass 407GXi
2 268 kg
With 2,381 kg option
Speed 407GXi
Up to 246 km/h
Range 407GXi
Up to 624 km
No reserve
Avionics 407GXi
Garmin G1000H NXi
Bell, current page of Bell 407GXi. This is a reference point for the modern version, and not the universal characteristics of all the Bell 407.
Why can't you erase the index?
If only the Bell 407 is written in the documents, it is not yet possible to understand the engine, avionics and options by this name. 407GXi is a specific modern version with its own published figures.
When looking for a used car, ask for the full designation and records of upgrades. Even the same interior does not make the two sides technically the same.
Private flight on a light Bell
The 407 family offers a compact turbine format with space for a small group. When choosing, the convenience of rear seats, baggage loading and the admission of a single-engine car to the intended route are important.
The numbers in the table show the limits of 407GXi in Bell conditions. They can not be used as a calculation of the range of the old version or a fully loaded private board.