H160 vs 412EPX
The H160 leads, topping 4 of 7 compared metrics.
The Airbus Helicopters H160 (introduced 2021) and the Bell Textron 412EPX (introduced 1981) are two aircraft buyers regularly weigh against each other. Both are helicopters, which makes them natural cross-shopping rivals. On paper they are closely matched, so the decision usually turns on cabin, economics and availability. undefined
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H160 vs 412EPX: the key differences
- The H160 delivers 7% more range (H160: 430 nm; 412EPX: 402 nm).
- The H160 delivers 23% more cruise speed (H160: 150 kt; 412EPX: 122 kt).
- The 412EPX delivers 8% more passenger capacity (H160: 12 seats; 412EPX: 13 seats).
- The H160 is the newer design (introduced 2021 versus 1981 for the 412EPX), a gap of 40 years that usually shows up in avionics, cabin systems and fuel burn.
- The H160 is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (13,228 lbs versus 11,900 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 412EPX 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 H160 when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the 412EPX when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the H160 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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H160 vs 412EPX: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the H160 or the 412EPX?
The H160 has the longer published range — 430 nm versus 402 nm for the 412EPX.
Does the H160 or 412EPX seat more passengers?
The 412EPX carries more passengers at maximum configuration — up to 13 seats, compared with 12 on the H160.
Which is faster, the H160 or the 412EPX?
The H160 cruises faster, at 150 kt versus 122 kt for the 412EPX.
Which is newer, the H160 or the 412EPX?
The H160 is the newer design, introduced in 2021 versus 1981 for the 412EPX.
Is the H160 or the 412EPX the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the H160 is the larger aircraft — 13,228 lbs versus 11,900 lbs for the 412EPX.
Should I buy the H160 or the 412EPX?
Choose the H160 when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the 412EPX when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the H160 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 H160 vs 412EPX?
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.