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1985 BELL 206B III
Starts from the median asking price of 16 comparable Bell 206B III listings ($555,000), then adjusts for:
- Year -4 vs comparable listings -6.0%
- Airframe time -5,359 hr vs comps +10.7%
- ADS-B (31% of comps) +13.8%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Bell 206B III |
|---|---|
| Type | Helicopter |
| Airframe time | 3,830 hrs |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX327 |
| Avionics / GPS / datalink | Garmin GNS430 |
| Annual | March 2026 |
Description
LOW TOTAL TIME! For sale is a beautiful 1985 Bell 206B III JetRanger with only 3,830 hours total time, configured as a capable utility and private-use aircraft. It is equipped with a wire strike protection system, high skid gear with crew step, and cargo hook provisions with a remote cargo hook installed, making it well suited for a wide range of operational roles.The cockpit features a practical avionics suite including a Garmin GNS-430 GPS/NAV/COM, Garmin GTX 327 transponder with ADS-B Out, Bendix King slaved compass HSI, dual tachometer, and a standard flight instrument group.The aircraft is powered by a Rolls-Royce 250-C20B engine with 1,134 remaining until next turbine inspection and solid remaining component life. The helicopter just received a fresh 12-month inspection (March 2026) and is fully integrated into FlightCert for digital maintenance tracking. Finished in blue and white with black and silver accents, with a clean gray cloth interior, this Jet Ranger represents a well-maintained, mission-ready example backed by the Sellacopter team. *Specifications and times are subject to verification. Aircraft offered is subject to prior sale, lease, and / or withdrawal from the market.*
Modifications
Van Horn Tail Rotor Blades Engine Relight System High skids with Flight Steps Particle Separator Bleed Air Cabin Heater Pneumatic Door Openers (5) Sound Proofing Preflight Kit w/Folding Maintenance Steps (left) USB Power Outlet (Cockpit) Dual Controls Rotor Brake Ground Handling Wheels
Avionics
Dual Tachometer Garmin GNS-430 NAV/COMM/GPS Bendix King KY 96A TSO Comm 2 Garmin GTX 327 Transponder w/ ADS-B Out Flight Instrument Group (ADI, IVSI, Turn Bank) Bendix King Slaved Compass HSI TOT Gauge w/ TOT Test Light Multi Function Digital Clock/OAT/Volts Audio Panel 5-Place VOX Intercom 5 Single Plug Headset Jacks
Recommended avionics upgrades
No IFR GPS navigator is listed — a GTN 650Xi is the standard entry point for WAAS/LPV capability.
See prices & suppliers ›No autopilot is listed — a GFC 500 (or S-TEC 3100 / Trio Pro Pilot where the GFC isn't STC'd) adds a modern digital autopilot with envelope protection, subject to model approval.
See prices & suppliers ›Suggestions are based on the panel described in this listing; verify STC approval for this make/model before any installation.
Service Difficulty Reports (SDRs)
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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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How this aircraft compares
Where this Bell 206B III lands versus other Bell 206B III listings on fyiAero.
Price
71st pct$599k · 71st percentile of 17 listings
Airframe time
14th pct3,830 hours total (TTAF) · 14th percentile of 29 listings
Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.
General
| Year | 1985 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BELL |
| Model | 206B III |
| Serial Number | 3850 |
| Registration # | N41WE |
| Condition | Used |
Airframe
| Total Time | 3,830 |
|---|---|
| Max Takeoff Weight | 3,350 lb |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | ROLLS ROYCE M250-C20B |
|---|
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | Dual Tachometer Garmin GNS-430 NAV/COMM/GPS Bendix King KY 96A TSO Comm 2 Garmin GTX 327 Transponder w/ ADS-B Out Flight Instrument Group (ADI, IVSI, Turn Bank) Bendix King Slaved Compass HSI TOT Gauge w/ TOT Test Light Multi Function Digital Clock/OAT/Volts Audio Panel 5-Place VOX Intercom 5 Single Plug Headset Jacks |
|---|
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | Van Horn Tail Rotor Blades Engine Relight System High skids with Flight Steps Particle Separator Bleed Air Cabin Heater Pneumatic Door Openers (5) Sound Proofing Preflight Kit w/Folding Maintenance Steps (left) USB Power Outlet (Cockpit) Dual Controls Rotor Brake Ground Handling Wheels |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Complete Records Since FAA Airworthiness Cert (2014) Fresh 12 Month Inspection: March 2026 Van Horn Tail Rotor Blades |
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Previous listing for N41WE
1985 BELL 206B III
- Then asking
- $599k
- Airframe
- 3,830 hrs
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