412EPX vs AW119Kx
The AW119Kx leads, topping 4 of 7 compared metrics.
Put the Bell Textron 412EPX (introduced 1981) 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 cabin capacity, where the 412EPX carries more passengers. undefined
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412EPX vs AW119Kx: the key differences
- The AW119Kx delivers 27% more range (412EPX: 402 nm; AW119Kx: 511 nm).
- The AW119Kx delivers 11% more cruise speed (412EPX: 122 kt; AW119Kx: 135 kt).
- The 412EPX delivers 86% more passenger capacity (412EPX: 13 seats; AW119Kx: 7 seats).
- The AW119Kx is the newer design (introduced 2000 versus 1981 for the 412EPX), a gap of 19 years that usually shows up in avionics, cabin systems and fuel burn.
- The 412EPX is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (11,900 lbs versus 6,283 lbs), which typically buys more cabin and payload at the cost of higher trip economics.
- The two differ in powerplant layout: the 412EPX runs 2 engines against 1 on the AW119Kx — a factor in redundancy, maintenance scope and operating cost.
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 AW119Kx when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the 412EPX 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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412EPX vs AW119Kx: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the 412EPX or the AW119Kx?
The AW119Kx has the longer published range — 511 nm versus 402 nm for the 412EPX.
Does the 412EPX or AW119Kx seat more passengers?
The 412EPX carries more passengers at maximum configuration — up to 13 seats, compared with 7 on the AW119Kx.
Which is faster, the 412EPX or the AW119Kx?
The AW119Kx cruises faster, at 135 kt versus 122 kt for the 412EPX.
Which is newer, the 412EPX or the AW119Kx?
The AW119Kx is the newer design, introduced in 2000 versus 1981 for the 412EPX.
Is the 412EPX or the AW119Kx the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the 412EPX is the larger aircraft — 11,900 lbs versus 6,283 lbs for the AW119Kx.
Should I buy the 412EPX or the AW119Kx?
Choose the AW119Kx when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the 412EPX 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 412EPX 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.