Enstrom 480B Helicopter under $500,000
The Enstrom 480B is the turbine evolution of the line — a five-seat light helicopter powered by a Rolls-Royce 250 turbine, combining Enstrom's hallmark stability and rugged construction with turbine reliability and a roomy cabin. Used for training (including military), private flying and police work, it offers turbine smoothness in a stable, forgiving airframe.
2 used Enstrom 480B helicopters for sale under $500,000 · 5-seat · Reference price ~$650,000 ($400,000–$1,100,000) · updated 3 hours ago
Enstrom 480B Specifications
Model specThe Enstrom 480B is a 5-seat single turbine helicopter with a cruise speed of 114 kt (211 km/h), a range of 370 nm (685 km), and a useful load of 1,200 lbs (544 kg).
Enstrom 480B for Sale
Enstrom 480B asking prices range from $395,000 to $440,000, with a median of $417,500 (market reference $650,000).
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Enstrom 480B Price & Cost
How much does a Enstrom 480B cost? Used 480B prices: $395K – $440K, average $417K (median $417K); market reference $650K, across 2 priced of 2 active 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 Enstrom 480B
Buying a Enstrom 480B comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:
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Frequently Asked Questions — Enstrom 480B
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Enstrom 480B Inventory by Country
| New Zealand | 1 |
Enstrom 480B by Price
| Under $200k | 1 |
| Under $300k | 1 |
| Under $500k | 3 |
Enstrom 480B by Decade
| 2010s | 2 |
Enstrom 480B Safety Record
Across all 480B variants, 1 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 2005–2005. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
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Total Events
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Incidents
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Serious
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Fatal
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 29, 2005 | Scofield, UT | Incident | the pilot's failure to maintain control of the helicopter. Contributing factor's include the pilot's failure to maintain… |
NTSB records 2005–2005. Includes all Enstrom 480B variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.