H125 vs 407GXi
The H125 leads, topping 4 of 7 compared metrics.
Cross-shopping the Airbus Helicopters H125 (introduced 2015) against the Bell Textron 407GXi (introduced 2018) is a common decision, and the two sit closer on paper than the badges suggest. Both are helicopters, which makes them natural cross-shopping rivals. The clearest separation between them is cabin capacity, where the 407GXi carries more passengers. We line the numbers up below, then translate them into the mission each aircraft actually wins.
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H125 vs 407GXi: the key differences
- The H125 delivers 2% more range (H125: 335 nm; 407GXi: 330 nm).
- The 407GXi delivers 2% more cruise speed (H125: 130 kt; 407GXi: 133 kt).
- The 407GXi delivers 17% more passenger capacity (H125: 6 seats; 407GXi: 7 seats).
- The 407GXi is the newer design (introduced 2018 versus 2015 for the H125), a gap of 3 years that usually shows up in avionics, cabin systems and fuel burn.
- The 407GXi is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (5,250 lbs versus 4,960 lbs), which typically buys more cabin and payload at the cost of higher trip economics.
Which mission suits which aircraft
Both aircraft are built for short-haul and regional hops, so outright range rarely separates them — the call leans on cabin (the 407GXi seats more), trip economics and what is actually available on the market. Match the airframe to how you fly most weeks, not to the headline range figure.
Which should you choose?
Choose the H125 when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the 407GXi when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the 407GXi holds the cruise-speed edge. The right answer ultimately depends on acquisition cost, maintenance-program status, and what is actually available on the market — talk to our acquisition advisory team to pressure-test the choice against your missions and budget.
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H125 vs 407GXi: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the H125 or the 407GXi?
The H125 has the longer published range — 335 nm versus 330 nm for the 407GXi.
Does the H125 or 407GXi seat more passengers?
The 407GXi carries more passengers at maximum configuration — up to 7 seats, compared with 6 on the H125.
Which is faster, the H125 or the 407GXi?
The 407GXi cruises faster, at 133 kt versus 130 kt for the H125.
Which is newer, the H125 or the 407GXi?
The 407GXi is the newer design, introduced in 2018 versus 2015 for the H125.
Is the H125 or the 407GXi the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the 407GXi is the larger aircraft — 5,250 lbs versus 4,960 lbs for the H125.
Should I buy the H125 or the 407GXi?
Choose the H125 when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the 407GXi when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the 407GXi holds the cruise-speed edge. The right answer ultimately depends on acquisition cost, maintenance-program status, and what is actually available on the market — talk to our acquisition advisory team to pressure-test the choice against your missions and budget.
Still weighing up the H125 vs 407GXi?
Specs only take you so far. Our advisors give an independent recommendation based on your mission, budget and how you actually fly — and represent your side through to purchase.