Robinson R44, R66 & Bell 206

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Edited By: Omar Filipović
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Key Takeaways:

  • The Robinson R44 is the most economical option, priced significantly lower than the R66 and the Bell 206.
  • The Robinson R66 offers a substantial upgrade in performance, useful load, and altitude capabilities compared to the R44, while remaining more affordable than the Bell 206.
  • The Bell 206 generally leads in shaft horsepower, gross weight, and rate of climb but is the most expensive, with the R66 being competitive in useful load and hover capabilities.
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Robinson Helicopters
R44R66Bell 206
Price ($)440,000790,0001,300,000*
Shaft HP205300420
Cruise (kts.)113120116
ROC (fpm) 10001200 (est.)1260
Gross Weight (lbs.)240027003200
Empty Weight (lbs.) 140012801616
Useful Load (lbs.)100014201584
Fuel (gals.) 507491
Payload (lbs.) 700924974
HIGE (ft.) 6,10011,00012,800
HOGE (ft.) 490011,0008800

*2009 Price

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