Bell 47 Helicopter
13 used Bell 47 helicopters for sale · 3-seat · $160K – $265K · updated 1 hour ago
About the Bell 47
The Bell 47 is the iconic post-war piston helicopter — first certified in 1946, recognizable by its bubble canopy and exposed tail boom, and made famous by the M*A*S*H TV series. Variants run through the 47G-2, 47G-3B, 47G-4, 47G-5 and 47D, all powered by Lycoming or Franklin piston engines. The Bell 47 is the most affordable way into helicopter ownership and the classic vintage rotorcraft on the used market — though piston-engine maintenance, aging components and limited parts availability are key cost factors.
Bell 47 Specifications
Model specThe Bell 47 is a 3-seat piston helicopters with a cruise speed of 78 kt (144 km/h), a range of 186 nm (344 km).
13 Bell 47 For Sale
Browse all 13 listings →There are currently 13 used Bell 47 for sale, ranging from $160,000 to $265,000, with a median asking price of $175,000.
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Bell 47 Price & Cost
How much does a Bell 47 cost? Used 47 prices: $160K – $265K, average $199K (median $175K), across 5 priced of 13 active listings.
Based on 4 priced listings.
Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.
Buying a Used Bell 47
When buying a Bell 47, the biggest value drivers are engine time since overhaul, maintenance-record completeness, damage history and avionics.
What to check before buying
- Engine time to overhaul — hours and years remaining drive price more than total airframe time.
- Logbook completeness — continuous, gap-free maintenance records protect value.
- Damage history — any prior accident or incident; cross-check the registration against accident databases.
- Avionics — a modern glass panel vs legacy steam gauges materially changes price.
- Pre-buy inspection — always commission an independent inspection by a type-experienced mechanic before money changes hands.