Agusta A109 E Elite vs Bell 212
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Agusta A109 E Elite
No active listings right now.
Bell 212
- For sale now
- 10
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 6
- Source marketplaces
- 6
- Model years available
- 1976–1996
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
Safety Record
Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.
| NTSB (1982–now) | Agusta A109 E Elite | Bell 212 |
|---|---|---|
| All events | — | 54 |
| Serious | — | 10 |
| Fatal | — | 17 |
| Fatalities | — | 45 |
| % Fatal | — | 31% |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Agusta A109 E Elite | Bell 212 |
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| Price Range | $1,950,000 | $1,870,000 – $3,585,000 |
| Category | Twin Turbine Helicopter | Twin Turbine Helicopter |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | — | 15 |
| Fuel Burn | — | 80.0 GPH (303 L/h) |
| TBO | — | 3,500 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | — | $450,000 |
| Annual Fixed | — | $180,000 |
| Hourly Variable | — | $900 |
| Engines | — | 2 x Turbo-shaft |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateAgusta A109 E Elite
Bell 212
Fuel$440/hr
Variable$900/hr
Annual Fixed$180,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$360,000/yr
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Agusta A109 E Elite or Bell 212?
It depends on your mission and budget.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Agusta A109 E Elite: from $1,950,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Agusta A109 E Elite and Bell 212?
212 engine: Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6T-3;PT6T-3B.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
212: about $900/hr variable cost.
Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
212: 15 seats.
Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
212: 3,500-hour TBO, overhaul ~$450,000.
Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
Prices updated daily · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data