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412EPX

The Bell 412 is a twin-engine medium utility helicopter developed from the Bell 212, distinguished by its four-blade main rotor for smoother, quieter flight. Powered by a Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6T-3DF Twin-Pac, the current 412EPX offers increased gross weight and payload. It is widely used for utility, EMS, offshore, firefighting, search-and-rescue, and parapublic missions worldwide.

  • Twin-engine medium utility helicopter
  • Four-blade main rotor for smooth, quiet flight
  • Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6T-3DF Twin-Pac
  • 412EPX adds higher gross weight and payload
  • EMS, offshore, SAR, firefighting, and utility roles
  • Seats up to 13 passengers plus crew
Bell Textron 412EPX

412EPX key specifications

Range
402 nm
Cruise speed
122 kts
Passengers
up to 13
Max take-off weight
11,900 lb
Engines
2 × Turboshaft
Overview

About the 412EPX

The Bell Textron 412EPX is a helicopter from the Bell 212/412 family that entered service in 1981 and is a long-serving design with a deep support and parts network. Developed in the United States, it is built for point-to-point access without the need for a runway.

On performance, it offers a maximum range of about 402 nautical miles and a cruise of roughly 122 knots. It seats up to 13 passengers and is powered by 2 Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6T-3DF engines.

Its 402 nm range makes it well matched to short-haul hops and local operations. It is certified for single-pilot operation and is approved for IFR flight. For buyers weighing the 412EPX, compare its specifications and operating profile against the closest alternatives below before requesting a quote.

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At a glance

Performance

Max Range
402 nm
Cruise Speed
122 kt
Max Seats
13
MTOW
11,900 lbs

Full specifications

Operator and certification details for the 412EPX, plus the complete performance, dimensions, weights and powerplant sheet — free with an account.

Country of Origin
United States
Engines
2 × Turboshaft
Engine Model
Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6T-3DF
IFR Certified
Yes
Single-Pilot
Yes

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Value & depreciation

How a helicopter like the 412EPX typically holds value — indicative, class-typical retention of a new example against age. Run your own year and hours in the valuation calculator for a specific estimate.

At 5 years
~73%
of typical new value retained
At 10 years
~54%
of typical new value retained
At 15 years
~40%
of typical new value retained

Indicative only — actual value depends on hours, maintenance-program status, avionics, condition and the current market.

Pricing & seller quotes

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Ownership & ROI calculator

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Five-year ROI projection
Revenue, EBITDA, equity, ROI, NPV & IRR modelled out five years.
Charter profitability
Private, hybrid and full-charter scenarios side by side.
Compare aircraft
Acquisition, cost/hour and ROI across multiple types.

How the 412EPX compares

Side by side with the most similar helicopters.

Performance
Range
402 nm
360 nm
335 nm
335 nm
Cruise speed
122 kt
125 kt
130 kt
130 kt
Max speed
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Service ceiling
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Rate of climb
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Capacity & dimensions
Max seats
13
5
8
6
Crew
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Max takeoff weight
11,900 lbs
3,609 lbs
5,070 lbs
4,960 lbs
Length
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Cabin height
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Powerplant
Engines
2 × Turboshaft
1 × Turboshaft
1 × Turboshaft
1 × Turboshaft
Engine model
Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6T-3DF
Safran Arrius 2R
Safran Arriel 2D
Safran Arriel 2D

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