Environmental Choice

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K-MAX: as operated by Swanson

Noise Level:

The K-MAX is the quietest helicopter of them all, often utilized in urban environments or wildlife sensitive areas. Reduced noise levels contribute to an enhanced safety environment and safer communication. The K-MAX is 15% quieter than all aircraft in its class.




Noise Level Comparison:

Noise Level (dB)	Representative Aircraft	Comparable Environment
	SA330j
95	Bell214, S-61A, BV-107, S-64
	BK117A1, S76A, 576C	Garbage Truck
	BK117C, AS365N2, AS332	Chain Saw
	A109C, Bell222
90	BO105C	Subway
	AS355F	Motorcycle
	AS350B1	Truck Traffic
	EC135, Bell 206L	Lawn Mower
85
	MD Explorer	City Traffic
	K-MAX
80

Fuel Efficiency:

The K- MAX burns 82 gallons of fuel per hour. That is 45% less fuel than equivalent lift aircraft and lifts more pounds per gallon of fuel burned.



Fuel Burn Comparison:

Aircraft Type	Fuel Burn (gal/hr)	Payload* (lb)	Lifted (lb/gal)
K-MAX	82	6000	73
BV234	400	28,000	70
AS332	162	9,000	56
BV-107 II	170	10,000	59
S-61A	160	10,000	56
KA 32	220	11,000	50
S-64F	525	25,000	48
B214	166	8,000	48
AS 330	170	7,700	45
Mi-8MTV	200	8,800	44
Mi-17	2000	8,800	44
S-64E	500	20,000	40
Mi-8	200	7,500	37