Agusta-Bell AB.212

Agusta-Bell AB.212
Country	USA Italy
Role	Multi-purpose helicopter
First flight	1971
Built	Unknow

The Agusta-Bell AB.212 is a multi-purpose helicopter built in Italy by Agusta from a licence to build the American Bell 212 helicopter.

Source: Agusta-Bell AB.212 on Wikipedia

Agusta-Bell AB.212
Photographers	Unknow
Localisation	Unknow
Photos	110

Agusta-Bell AB.212 001

Agusta-Bell AB.212 002

Agusta-Bell AB.212 003

Agusta-Bell AB.212 004

Agusta-Bell AB.212 005

Agusta-Bell AB.212 006

Agusta-Bell AB.212 007

Agusta-Bell AB.212 008

Agusta-Bell AB.212 009

Click on a photo and use the mouse scroll to view all photos

Wait, Searching Agusta-Bell AB.212 for you…

Buy Me a Coffee

General Characteristics

The Agusta-Bell AB.212 is the Italian license-built version of the U.S. Bell 212, which is a twin-engine development of the famous single-engine Bell 205 (UH-1 Huey). The dual-engine design provides significantly improved safety and performance, particularly in challenging environments (like “hot and high” conditions) and over water, making it popular for naval and paramilitary roles.

Property	Typical Value (AB.212)
Role	Medium Utility / Transport / Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW)
Manufacturer	Agusta (now part of Leonardo S.p.A.)
First Flight (Bell 212)	April 1968
Crew	1 or 2 pilots (2 for IFR operation)
Capacity (Passengers)	Up to 14 passengers or 6 stretchers/litters
Main Rotor Diameter	14.63 m (48 ft 0 in)
Max Takeoff Weight	5,080 kg (11,200 lb)

Design and Powerplant

Engine: One Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6T-3 Twin-Pac coupled turboshaft engine.
Power System: The Twin-Pac consists of two power turbines that drive a common gearbox, providing redundancy.
Thrust Output (Combined): Approximately 1,342 kW (1,800 shp) total, with the ability to maintain 671 kW (900 shp) for 30 minutes in case of a single-engine failure.
Rotor System: Two-bladed semi-rigid main rotor and a two-bladed tail rotor.
Cabin: Features a spacious cabin with sliding side doors and a flat floor, easily convertible for troop transport, medevac, or cargo.
Naval Variant (AB.212ASW): Developed by Agusta, this variant features a large radar dome above the cockpit, corrosion protection, and equipment for anti-submarine warfare (ASW), including dipping sonar and the ability to carry torpedoes.

Performance and Capabilities

Maximum Speed: Up to 240 km/h (130 knots, 149 mph).
Cruise Speed: Approximately 185–205 km/h (100–110 knots).
Service Ceiling: 5,300 m (17,400 ft).
Max Range: Approximately 420 km (230 nautical miles).
Internal Cargo Capacity: 6.23 m³ (220 ft³).
External Load Capacity: The external cargo hook can lift up to 2,268 kg (5,000 lb).
Operational Use: Widely used by civil operators for offshore transport and logging, and by military forces for utility, SAR (Search and Rescue), and naval operations (especially the ASW variant).