Textron's Arm Secures Army Contract to Supply Bell 412 EPX Helicopter
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Textron Inc.’s TXT business segment, Bell, recently secured a $37.7 million contract to supply Bell 412 EPX helicopter. The work related to this contract will be carried out in Fort Worth, TX.
The deal is projected to be completed by Dec. 31, 2025. The contract has been offered by the Army Contracting Command, Redstone Arsenal, AL.
What’s Favoring TXT?
With global defense spending rising amid growing hostilities across the world, the investment in advanced defense products, including multi-mission helicopters, has also been increasing. These aircraft serve a nation in military operations, as well as other crucial missions such as troop transportation and search and rescue, which are conducted by different law enforcement agencies, apart from the army. With Bell being a renowned manufacturer of such multi-role helicopters, the company thus enjoys a solid inflow of contracts from the Pentagon and other U.S. allies frequently, like the latest one.
Notably, Bell Textron’s Bell 412 EPX offers seating for up to 14 passengers and has the widest cabin opening in its class. This ensures ample space for both personnel and cargo, making it highly versatile for various missions such as emergency services, transport or utility roles. It is also equipped with a modern flight deck that enhances pilot awareness and safety.
Its four high-resolution displays provide access to critical information, including maps, terrain data and touch controls for easy navigation and smooth operation. The aircraft’s standard BLR Strake and Fast Fin system optimize airflow around the tail boom, improving handling and stability even in challenging conditions like high-speed crosswinds or high-altitude environments.
Such notable features of the aforementioned helicopter of TXT are likely to have been boosting their demand, which is further evident from the latest contract win.
TXT Stock’s Growth Prospects
With rising geopolitical tensions and evolving security concerns, nations are increasingly focusing on strengthening their helicopter fleet to support both civilian and defense-related operations. The demand for multi-role helicopters is surging, driven by their adaptability across sectors such as law enforcement, medical emergencies, firefighting and offshore transport. Additionally, these rotorcraft are playing an expanding role in disaster relief, humanitarian missions and infrastructure maintenance, providing rapid response capabilities in difficult-to-access areas.
This is likely to have prompted Market Research Future to forecast a compound annual growth rate of 3.5% for the global military multirole helicopter market during the 2024-2032 time period.
This is likely to benefit TXT, a prominent manufacturer of military and multi-role helicopters that are used in public safety missions. TXT’s helicopters used in safety missions include the Bell 429, Bell 505, Bell 407 and Bell 525, in addition to the Bell 412 EPX. These aircraft are widely used across sectors like law enforcement, medical evacuation and search-and-rescue missions.
