Bell 212 vs Sikorsky UH-60L Black Hawk
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · re-checked on a rolling daily cycle
Bell 212
- For sale now
- 10
- Model years available
- 1976–1996
Sikorsky UH-60L Black Hawk
- For sale now
- 5
- Model years available
- 1982–2007
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) | Bell 212 | Sikorsky UH-60L Black Hawk |
|---|---|---|
| All events | 54 | — |
| Serious | 10 | — |
| Fatal | 17 | — |
| Fatalities | 45 | — |
| % Fatal | 31% | — |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Bell 212 | Sikorsky UH-60L Black Hawk |
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| Price Range | $1,870,000 – $3,585,000 | $379,500 – $5,230,500 |
| Category | Twin Turbine Helicopter | Twin Turbine Helicopter |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 15 | 14 |
| Horsepower | 900 HP | 1,890 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 115 kts (213 km/h) | 150 kts (278 km/h) |
| Range | 240 nm (444 km) | 320 nm (593 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 17,000 ft (5,182 m) | 19,000 ft (5,791 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | — | 23,500 lbs (10,660 kg) |
| Useful Load | 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) | 9,000 lbs (4,082 kg) |
| Fuel Burn | 80.0 GPH (303 L/h) | 175.0 GPH (662 L/h) |
| TBO | 3,500 hrs | — |
| Overhaul Cost | $450,000 | — |
| Annual Fixed | $180,000 | — |
| Hourly Variable | $900 | — |
| Engines | 2 x Turboshaft | 2 x Turboshaft |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateBell 212
Fuel$440/hr
Variable$900/hr
Annual Fixed$180,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$360,000/yr
Sikorsky UH-60L Black Hawk
Fuel$962/hr
Which Should You Buy: Bell 212 or Sikorsky UH-60L Black Hawk?
Pick the 212 if…
- More seats — 15 vs 14.
- More inventory — 11 listings vs 5.
Pick the UH-60L Black Hawk if…
- Budget matters — from $379,500 vs $1,870,000, you save ~$1,490,500.
- Faster cruise — 150 kts vs 115 kts.
- Longer range — 320 nm vs 240 nm.
- Newer design — production from 1994 vs 1968.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Bell 212 or Sikorsky UH-60L Black Hawk?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The 212 cruises at 115 kts with 240 nm range.
The UH-60L Black Hawk cruises at 150 kts with 320 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Bell 212 and Sikorsky UH-60L Black Hawk?
212 engine: Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6T-3;PT6T-3B (900 hp).
UH-60L Black Hawk engine: General Electric T700-GE-701C;T700-GE-701D (1890 hp).
Seats: 15 vs 14.
Cruise: 115 vs 150 kts.
Range: 240 vs 320 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
212: about $900/hr variable cost.
Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
212: 15 seats / 5,000 lb useful load.
UH-60L Black Hawk: 14 seats / 9,000 lb useful load.
Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
212: 3,500-hour TBO, overhaul ~$450,000.
Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
Prices re-checked on a rolling cycle — most within a few days · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data