I'm looking for pictures of Bell 407

[hpachon]

This is a very special request to pilots who have access to the Bell 407.

As some of you know, I'm a pilot, but of RC helicopters, and I'd like to make a scale model of the Bell 407.

I have some documentation, but I can't find many detailed photos, and I'm missing many measurements.

If anyone would be patient and could help me, I would be very grateful.

[Exrigger]

Are these any help:

https://www.aero-access.com/about/40...s-cockpit.html

https://www.bellflight.com/products/bell-407

[wrench1]

Originally Posted by hpachon

I'm missing many measurements.

Page 4 and 5 will give you dimensions in link below. If you need more details, specifically list what you need.

https://www.bellflight.com/-/media/s...ifications.pdf

[Obba]

Does this help...?

Custom Bell 407 Helicopter Model

[spangzilla]

This 3D model might help, but some bits are simplified

https://sketchfab.com/3d-models/bell...ea96d1b2035a3f

[RVDT]

Try and find somebody with access to the 407 Structural Repair Manual which may have Basic Lines Data in Section 1. Possibly won't find a copy online.

Similar to this example of B206.

[hpachon]

Originally Posted by RVDT

Try and find somebody with access to the 407 Structural Repair Manual which may have Basic Lines Data in Section 1. Possibly won't find a copy online.

Similar to this example of B206.

I have plenty of documentation and the manual you mentioned, but it doesn't have the dimensions I need. Thank you.

[hpachon]

Originally Posted by wrench1

Page 4 and 5 will give you dimensions in link below. If you need more details, specifically list what you need.

https://www.bellflight.com/-/media/s...ifications.pdf

My email [email protected]
I'm specifically looking for these photos and measurements, if possible.
I'm going to request them in order from nose to tail.
COCKPIT (Length-Width-Height if possible)
1-Photo of the side and interior of the console and Glareshield (All photos are front-facing, none of the rear or side)
2-Photo and measurements of the console lid
3-Photos and measurements of the structural panel, especially the area where the pedals are, on both the driver and passenger sides
4-Measurements of the button vents that fit into the structural panel
5-Photo and measurements of the base where the seats (driver and passenger) are located
6-Photo and measurements of the driver and passenger seats
7-Photo and length measurements of the driver and passenger seats
9-Photo and measurements of the cover between the seats 10-Photo and measurements of the brake rotor
11-Internal length measurement from the nose to the side of the driver's seat and width from door to door
12-Photo and measurements of the door handles
13-Footrest measurements
14-Pedal measurements
15-If possible, photo and measurements of the louver assembly and ducts
PASSENGERS
1-Measurements of the length and width of the base of the passenger seats on both sides.
2-Measurements of the passenger seats on both sides.
3-Photos and measurements of the armrests
4-Photos and measurements of the center post that runs between the seats and the vertical tunnel
FUSELAGE
0-Pitot tube measurements
1-Photo and measurements of the battery interior
2-Photo and measurements of the battery door hinges
3-Photo and measurements of the fascia light
4-Photos and measurements of the pilot and passenger door hinges
5-Pilot door measurements
6-Passenger door measurements
7-Photo and measurements of the left and right cowling duct
8-Tailboom cover measurements Width and length
9- Horizontal stabilizer, slat, and auxiliary fin measurements
10- Photos and measurements of the folding steps and the steps that go on top of the doors
11- Photos and measurements of the vertical tail fin
12- Tail rotor fairing measurements
Any additional photos or measurements you consider important or relevant, I would be very grateful.

[wrench1]

Originally Posted by hpachon

I'm specifically looking for these photos and measurements, if possible.

While I no longer have access to a 407, I inquired with several people on the measurements you are looking for. Was told a number of scale aircraft modelers will seek out high-resolution photos from online, from facebook and similar sites, and from libraries, etc on the subject aircraft. They would then identify an item within the photo with a known dimension like a radio, or instrument, or even a hardware fastener and apply that known measurement to the entire photo. Some will even scan the image into a special program and digitally measure the items of interest. Once they had a known scale of measurement for that photo, they would measure all the required items they needed. Perhaps give that method a try? If I run across any other specifications will post them for you. Best of luck.

[Agile]

Originally Posted by wrench1

Some will even scan the image into a special program and digitally measure the items of interest

Going a step up, 3D scanning of the whole airframe, now that would be a project !
I see it done a lot in the classic plane restoration business, the file goes to the router file directly and makes you a new aluminum skin straight out, rivet holes and everything.

[hpachon]

Hi Wrench1, Perhaps everyone you've spoken to has never built anything in their life, nor have they ever searched for an image of something that doesn't exist on the internet or in other groups. I'd like to tell you that I didn't start this project last week; I've been at it for almost three years, and yes, I have many photos and documents, but the measurements you're requesting are for a reason: there are no photos or measurements. If I could scan a Bell 407, I wouldn't bother asking for the favor. It's incredible that with so many hundreds or thousands of registered users here, no one contributes anything. When I was able to contribute, I did so without any particular interest and shared many documents I had. If I were a mediocre person who does things halfway, but unfortunately, I like to do things almost perfectly, and I want to do that with this project. Thanks for your responses.

[wrench1]

Originally Posted by hpachon

Hi Wrench1, Perhaps everyone you've spoken to has never built anything in their life, nor have they ever searched for an image of something that doesn't exist on the internet or in other groups.

Not really. One of the people I inquired with is a commercial scale model builder who has built 1000s of scale models to include a number of historical airplanes and helicopters. As they say, ignorance is bliss. Best of luck with your endeavor.