BELL 205 SERIES

Bell 205 Series Helicopters for Sale

The Bell 205 is the evolved successor to the Bell 204, featuring a stretched fuselage that dramatically increased passenger and cargo capacity while retaining the proven Lycoming T53 turboshaft powerplant family. The Bell 205A-1 — the primary civilian variant — became one of the most widely-deployed utility helicopters in North American forestry, firefighting, utility, and EMS operations. Finding a Bell 205 for sale on Airplane Trade connects you with a robust, proven workhorse with a deep parts and support network.

Bell 205 vs Bell 204

The Bell 205 stretched the 204 fuselage by approximately 41 cm, increasing the cabin length and allowing greater seating capacity (up to 14 passengers in troop transport configuration) and significantly higher payload. The Bell 205A-1 uses the Lycoming T5313B engine producing 1,400 shaft horsepower, while the Bell 205A-1++ features further engine upgrades and performance improvements. The extended cabin made the 205 the preferred choice for heavy utility work where maximum payload matters more than cruise speed or sophistication.

Key Specifications (Bell 205A-1)

• Engine — Lycoming T5313B, 1,400 shp
• Seats — Up to 14 passengers (utility), 6-8 in executive config
• Max cruise speed — approximately 110 knots
• Service ceiling — approximately 4,145 meters
• Useful load — approximately 1,800 kg

Primary Civilian Applications

• Firefighting — Bucket and fixed-tank firefighting operations; the Bell 205 is widely used by forest services in North America, Europe, and Australia.
• Logging and Heavy Lift — External load capacity makes the 205 a practical choice for remote timber operations and construction material transport.
• EMS and Medevac — Large cabin accommodates stretcher and medical crew with equipment.
• Utility and Charter — Pipeline patrol, powerline construction, and remote-site personnel transport.

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