Md Helicopters 520N vs Bell 206 JetRanger
The MD 520N (NOTAR — no tail rotor) and Bell 206 compare NOTAR safety/quietness against the conventional turbine benchmark.
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
- For sale now
- 2
- Source marketplaces
- 2
- Model years available
- 2001–2002
- 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 | MD Helicopters 520N | Bell 206 JetRanger |
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| Price Range | $650,000 | $301,200 – $695,200 |
| Category | Single Turbine Helicopter | Single Turbine Helicopter |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Cruise Speed | 125 kts (232 km/h) | 120 kts (222 km/h) |
| Range | 264 nm (489 km) | 337 nm (624 km) |
| Max Gross Weight | 3,350 lbs (1,520 kg) | 3,200 lbs (1,452 kg) |
| Engines | 1 x Turbine | — |
Which Should You Buy: MD Helicopters 520N or Bell 206 JetRanger?
Bottom line: Choose the MD 520N for NOTAR — no exposed tail rotor (safety in tight/urban sites) and low noise; choose the Bell 206 for lower cost and the largest support network. 520N = NOTAR/quiet/urban; 206 = economy/support. ================================================================ # MD 902 Explorer — NOTAR twin ================================================================
Pick the 520N if…
- Faster cruise — 125 kts vs 120 kts.
Pick the 206 JetRanger if…
- Budget matters — from $301,200 vs $650,000, you save ~$348,800.
- Longer range — 337 nm vs 264 nm.
- More inventory — 76 listings vs 2.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.