Gov,
You will find if you compare the EC-120B with aircraft in the same class you will find that it is the superior a/c. It has more grunt than a jet ranger, can lift more than a jet ranger. You may find that pilot's that tell you it is gutless are pilot's that probably perform exceedences on a regular basis, this mentality costs operaters big bucks in engine replacement parts. The V.E.M.D. in the EC-120b is a marvellous piece of kit. The EC-120B is a very low maintenance helicopter and is also a MODERN slick looking helicopter. Being gutless is a common misconception of the EC-120B, compare it with something in the same class: IE: 5 seater gas turbine. I am not trying to bag out jet rangers but simply using it as a comparison. Maybe this can help!