Bell 230

Model

The Bell 230 is a development of the model 222 with its Lycoming engines replaced by two Allison 250 turboshafts, plus other refinements including optional skid or wheel undercarriage. The prototype ( a converted 222 ) first flew on August 12, 1991. Production deliveries began in March 1992 and after 38 having been built by 1995 it was replaced by the Bell 430

Specifications


Engine:	2 x Allison 250-C30G2 700 shp
Capacity:	2 + 8
Length: (m)	15.39
Height: (m)	3.71
Blades:	2
Rotor diam.: (m)	12.8
Disc area: (m2)	128.68
Weight: (kgs)	Empty: 2268 Max: 3810
Speed: (km/h)	Cruise: 248 Max: 254
Range: (km)	713
Ceiling: (m)	4725
Rate/Climb: (m/min)

Derivatives & Versions

Model	Year	History
430	1994	The Bell 430 is a twin-engined stretched and more powerful development of the Bell 230, which, in turn, was based on the earlier Bell 222. Maiden ...