Agusta AW139 vs Eurocopter H225
The Eurocopter H225 (heavy twin, Super Puma) and AgustaWestland AW139 (medium twin) are different-class offshore/SAR helicopters — the H225 is the long-range heavy crew-change/SAR transport; the AW139 is the faster, more economical medium twin.
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · re-checked on a rolling daily cycle
- For sale now
- 27
- Model years available
- 2007–2026
- For sale now
- 6
- Model years available
- 2006–2015
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
Safety Record
Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.
| NTSB (1982–now) | Agusta AW139 | Eurocopter H225 |
|---|---|---|
| All events | 5 | — |
| Serious | 0 | — |
| Fatal | 3 | — |
| Fatalities | 11 | — |
| % Fatal | 60% | — |
Full Specs Comparison
| Spec / Model | Agusta AW139 | Eurocopter H225 |
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| Price Range | $6,950,000 | $11,200,000 |
| Category | Twin Turbine Helicopter | Twin Turbine Helicopter |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 15 | 19 |
| Horsepower | 1,679 HP | 2,382 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 165 kts (306 km/h) | 149 kts (276 km/h) |
| Range | 573 nm (1,061 km) | 475 nm (880 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 20,000 ft (6,096 m) | 20,000 ft (6,096 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 14,110 lbs (6,400 kg) | 24,251 lbs (11,000 kg) |
| Useful Load | 5,500 lbs (2,495 kg) | 7,000 lbs (3,175 kg) |
| Fuel Burn | 130.0 GPH (492 L/h) | 180.0 GPH (681 L/h) |
| Engines | 2 x Turboshaft | 2 x Turboshaft |
Which Should You Buy: Agusta AW139 or Eurocopter H225?
Bottom line: Choose the H225 for long range and maximum cabin/payload on heavy offshore and long-range SAR missions. Choose the AW139 for lower operating cost and a versatile medium-twin cabin — the workhorse for shorter offshore and multi-mission roles.
Pick the AW139 if…
- Budget matters — from $6,950,000 vs $11,200,000, you save ~$4,250,000.
- Faster cruise — 165 kts vs 149 kts.
- Longer range — 573 nm vs 475 nm.
- More inventory — 19 listings vs 5.
Pick the H225 if…
- More seats — 19 vs 15.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.