Bell 206 Long Ranger for Sale
Discover pre-owned Bell 206 Long Ranger Helicopters for sale worldwide on AvPay. The Bell 206 Long Ranger is a stretched version of the legendary Jet Ranger, offering greater passenger capacity, extended range and the same trusted reliability, making it a favorite for corporate transport, air charter, utility missions and law enforcement operations. Find 206 Long Ranger helicopters for sale in the USA, North America, UK, Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, and South America. Buy a used Bell 206 Long Ranger helicopter directly from aircraft brokers, private sellers, flying clubs, flying schools, and manufacturers. Explore our complete aircraft for sale inventory Here.
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Interesting facts about the Bell 206 LongRanger
🚁 Bell launched the LongRanger in 1975 as a stretched JetRanger with a longer fuselage and extra rear-facing seats, creating true 1+6 seating.
🚁 Across all 206L variants, production ran into the thousands, with the final Bell 206L-4 leaving the line in 2017 after decades of worldwide service.
🚁 The 206L-4 uses a Rolls-Royce 250-C30P turboshaft that is transmission-limited, delivering strong hot-and-high performance and dependable utility.
🚁 Operators use the LongRanger for corporate transport, tourism, law enforcement, powerline patrol, medevac and utility external load work.
🚁 The two-bladed, high-inertia rotor system and Bell’s suspension design give the type a smooth ride and predictable handling for pilots and passengers.
🚁 Tridair’s Gemini ST conversion created a twin-engine LongRanger; Bell also produced a limited-run 206LT TwinRanger based on the 206L-4.
🚁 Typical cabin layouts include two seats up front and a club-style aft cabin with a three-place bench and two rear-facing seats for easy passenger loading.
🚁 External cargo hook provisions allow 2,000 lb class sling loads, expanding the helicopter’s role for utility and construction support.
Bell 206 LongRanger Specifications
Information provided here is a guide only and must not be used for flight planning or aircraft operations. Model variants, equipment, modifications, upgrades and age will affect the figures below. Confirm exact specifications with the seller, manufacturer or aviation authority.
Overall Length (rotors turning): 13.0 m (42 ft 7 in)
Fuselage Length (206L-4): 9.81 m (32 ft 2 in)
Main Rotor Diameter: 11.28 m (37 ft 0 in)
Height: 3.14 m (10 ft 4 in)
Empty Weight (typical 206L-4): 1,058 kg (2,331 lb)
Max Take Off Weight (MTOW): 2,018 kg (4,450 lb)
Internal Fuel Capacity: 378 L (100 US gal; ~743 lb Jet-A)
Typical Cruise Speed: 109 kn (202 km/h, 126 mph)
Range (no reserves, standard tanks): 325 nm (602 km)
Service Ceiling: 20,000 ft (6,096 m)
Rate of Climb: 1,320 ft/min (6.7 m/s)
External Load (hook): 907 kg (2,000 lb)
FAQs About the Bell 206 LongRanger
How much does a Bell 206 LongRanger cost?
Prices vary by variant, component times, avionics and refurbishment. In 2025, typical market ranges for airworthy Bell 206L-1 and 206L-3 examples were roughly USD $600,000 to $1,100,000, while newer or freshly upgraded 206L-4 helicopters often ranged from about USD $1,100,000 to $1,700,000. Always verify total time, engine cycles, calendar limits and recent maintenance before valuing a specific aircraft.
What are the main differences between the 206L-1, 206L-3 and 206L-4?
The 206L-1 introduced more power over the original 206L. The 206L-3 added the 250-C30P engine and system upgrades. The 206L-4 incorporated structural and transmission improvements that increased gross weight and enhanced hot-and-high performance. Many L-1 and L-3 helicopters were upgraded to “+” configurations to approach L-4 capability.
How many seats does the Bell 206 LongRanger have and how is the cabin arranged?
The standard layout seats a pilot plus six passengers. Up front are two seats, and the aft cabin has a club arrangement with two rear-facing seats and a three-place bench, allowing easy loading for charter, VIP, utility or tourism roles.
What missions is the 206L best suited for?
The LongRanger excels in executive and charter transport, aerial sightseeing, patrol, news gathering, medevac, powerline and pipeline inspection and light utility work. A cargo hook expands mission flexibility for external sling loads up to about 2,000 lb when equipped.
What should buyers check during pre-purchase on a 206L?
Review component life limits and times-since-overhaul, engine hot section status, transmission and mast history, rotor blade condition, corrosion points, ADS-B and avionics compliance, SB/AD status and any damage or repair history. Confirm hover performance charts meet your density altitude needs.
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