Some basic ballpark figures for the cost to build helicopter engines:
- Light helicopter engines may cost around $100,000 and up. These are typically piston engines used for small, private helicopters.
- Turboprop helicopter engines can cost between $200,000 to $500,000.
- Larger turboshaft helicopter engines used for heavy-lift and military helicopters can range in the several millions of dollars.
It is important to note that these figures may vary depending on the manufacturers, economies of scale, and additional features or modifications. The production of helicopter engines often involves specialized components, rigorous quality control, and high-precision engineering, all contributing to the overall cost of manufacturing.
