What a Guimbal Cabri G2 costs, how far it flies, and what it costs to keep
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How far can a Guimbal Cabri G2 fly?
A Guimbal Cabri G2 flies about 380 nm, roughly 704 km, which is about 4 h in still air at typical cruise.
What does a Guimbal Cabri G2 cost to own?
A Guimbal Cabri G2 costs about EUR 3,835 a month to run, or about EUR 307 for every flight hour when it is flown 150 hours a year.
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About the Guimbal Cabri G2
Aircraft overview
The Guimbal Cabri G2 is a two-seat light piston helicopter built by Hélicoptères Guimbal in France. The type first flew in the mid-2000s, received EASA certification in 2007, and entered production shortly afterward. It was developed primarily for flight training, private ownership, and utility missions where a compact, modern helicopter is preferred over older two-seat trainers.
Its importance in the used market comes from its contemporary design: a three-blade fully articulated main rotor, enclosed Fenestron tail rotor, crashworthy fuel system, and energy-absorbing seats. These features distinguish the Guimbal Cabri G2 from legacy piston trainers without changing its basic role as a small, economical helicopter.
Performance & specifications
Typical performance figures for the Guimbal Cabri G2 include a cruise speed of about 100 knots and a maximum range of approximately 380 nautical miles, depending on fuel, loading, and operating conditions. The published service ceiling is around 13,000 feet, making it suitable for training and private use across a wide range of environments.
Power comes from a Lycoming O-360-J2A four-cylinder piston engine, rated at 180 hp and derated in the installation for helicopter use. Maximum takeoff weight is about 1,543 lb. Useful load varies by equipment and empty weight, so individual aircraft records are important when comparing examples.
Cabin & avionics
The cabin seats two occupants side by side, usually with dual controls for training. Visibility is good for instruction and maneuvering, and the baggage area behind the seats is useful for light personal items within weight-and-balance limits.
The Guimbal Cabri G2 does not normally use Garmin Perspective or a Garmin G1000-style integrated flight deck. Instead, it is commonly equipped with Guimbal’s electronic pilot monitoring display, which presents engine and rotor system information, supported by conventional flight instruments and optional radio, transponder, GPS, or traffic equipment depending on the aircraft’s specification and operating approval.
Buying & value
Used Guimbal Cabri G2 buyers should review total airframe time, training-use intensity, component status, engine times, accident history, and compliance with service bulletins and airworthiness directives. Particular attention should be paid to rotor system records, Fenestron condition, transmission and clutch documentation, and the quality of maintenance support.
There is essentially one main certified Cabri G2 model, so market differences are usually driven by year, hours, maintenance status, avionics, paint, interior, and training configuration. In the used market, it typically sits above older Robinson R22 examples in price and perceived modernity, while remaining below larger four-seat piston helicopters such as the Robinson R44.