407GXi vs AW119Kx
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Put the Bell Textron 407GXi (introduced 2018) beside the Leonardo Helicopters AW119Kx (introduced 2000) and the trade-offs sharpen fast. Both are helicopters, which makes them natural cross-shopping rivals. The clearest separation between them is range, where the AW119Kx has the advantage. Below we compare them spec by spec, then break down which aircraft suits which mission.
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407GXi vs AW119Kx: the key differences
- The AW119Kx delivers 55% more range (407GXi: 330 nm; AW119Kx: 511 nm).
- The AW119Kx delivers 2% more cruise speed (407GXi: 133 kt; AW119Kx: 135 kt).
- The 407GXi and AW119Kx are evenly matched on passenger capacity, both at 7 seats.
- The 407GXi is the newer design (introduced 2018 versus 2000 for the AW119Kx), a gap of 18 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 5,250 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 AW119Kx when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the 407GXi 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.
407GXi vs AW119Kx: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the 407GXi or the AW119Kx?
The AW119Kx has the longer published range — 511 nm versus 330 nm for the 407GXi.
Which is faster, the 407GXi or the AW119Kx?
The AW119Kx cruises faster, at 135 kt versus 133 kt for the 407GXi.
Which is newer, the 407GXi or the AW119Kx?
The 407GXi is the newer design, introduced in 2018 versus 2000 for the AW119Kx.
Is the 407GXi or the AW119Kx the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the AW119Kx is the larger aircraft — 6,283 lbs versus 5,250 lbs for the 407GXi.
Should I buy the 407GXi or the AW119Kx?
Choose the AW119Kx when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the 407GXi 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 407GXi 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.