206L-4 LongRanger vs AW119Kx
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The Bell Textron 206L-4 LongRanger (introduced 1992) and the Leonardo Helicopters AW119Kx (introduced 2000) are two aircraft buyers regularly weigh against each other. Both are helicopters, which makes them natural cross-shopping rivals. The clearest separation between them is range, where the AW119Kx has the advantage. undefined
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206L-4 LongRanger vs AW119Kx: the key differences
- The AW119Kx delivers 58% more range (206L-4 LongRanger: 324 nm; AW119Kx: 511 nm).
- The AW119Kx delivers 23% more cruise speed (206L-4 LongRanger: 110 kt; AW119Kx: 135 kt).
- The 206L-4 LongRanger and AW119Kx are evenly matched on passenger capacity, both at 7 seats.
- The AW119Kx is the newer design (introduced 2000 versus 1992 for the 206L-4 LongRanger), a gap of 8 years that usually shows up in avionics, cabin systems and fuel burn.
- The AW119Kx is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (6,283 lbs versus 4,450 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 206L-4 LongRanger 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 AW119Kx when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the 206L-4 LongRanger when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the AW119Kx 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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206L-4 LongRanger vs AW119Kx: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the 206L-4 LongRanger or the AW119Kx?
The AW119Kx has the longer published range — 511 nm versus 324 nm for the 206L-4 LongRanger.
Which is faster, the 206L-4 LongRanger or the AW119Kx?
The AW119Kx cruises faster, at 135 kt versus 110 kt for the 206L-4 LongRanger.
Which is newer, the 206L-4 LongRanger or the AW119Kx?
The AW119Kx is the newer design, introduced in 2000 versus 1992 for the 206L-4 LongRanger.
Is the 206L-4 LongRanger or the AW119Kx the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the AW119Kx is the larger aircraft — 6,283 lbs versus 4,450 lbs for the 206L-4 LongRanger.
Should I buy the 206L-4 LongRanger or the AW119Kx?
Choose the AW119Kx when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the 206L-4 LongRanger when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the AW119Kx 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 206L-4 LongRanger vs AW119Kx?
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.