Eurocopter H125 vs Bell 206 JetRanger
The H125 (AS350) and Bell 206 JetRanger compare a modern high-performance single against the classic, economical turbine trainer/utility benchmark.
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
- For sale now
- 52
- Median asking
- $1,350,000
- Range
- $803,525–$3,345,647
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 10
- Source marketplaces
- 13
- Model years available
- 1978–2026
- For sale now
- 78
- Median asking
- $453,960
- Range
- $301,200–$695,200
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 25
- Source marketplaces
- 13
- Model years available
- 1966–2009
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
Full Specs Comparison
| Spec / Model | Eurocopter H125 | Bell 206 JetRanger |
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| Price Range | $803,525 – $3,345,647 | $301,200 – $695,200 |
| Category | Single Turbine Helicopter | Single Turbine Helicopter |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 6 | 5 |
| Horsepower | 952 HP | — |
| Cruise Speed | 140 kts (259 km/h) | 120 kts (222 km/h) |
| Range | 339 nm (628 km) | 337 nm (624 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 23,000 ft (7,010 m) | — |
| Max Gross Weight | 5,511 lbs (2,500 kg) | 3,200 lbs (1,452 kg) |
| Useful Load | 2,536 lbs (1,150 kg) | — |
| Fuel Capacity | 143.0 gal (541 L) | — |
| Fuel Burn | 42.0 GPH (159 L/h) | — |
| TBO | 3,000 hrs | — |
| Engines | 1 x Turboshaft | — |
Which Should You Buy: Eurocopter H125 or Bell 206 JetRanger?
Bottom line: Choose the Bell 206 for lower acquisition/operating cost and the most established turbine helicopter support base (training, light utility); choose the H125 for far greater power, useful load and hot-and-high capability. 206 = economy/ubiquity; H125 = power/load.
Pick the H125 if…
- More seats — 6 vs 5.
- Faster cruise — 140 kts vs 120 kts.
- Longer range — 339 nm vs 337 nm.
Pick the 206 JetRanger if…
- Budget matters — from $301,200 vs $803,525, you save ~$502,325.
- More inventory — 76 listings vs 50.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.