Whilst I’ve been playing with the Hero this week, Orange have been busy making their website all Android-friendly – specifically, they’ve listed the HTC Hero in Graphite as a ranged device:

Checking out their site in more detail, Orange’s recommended tariffs have you laying out between £50 and £100 for the device – that is, if you are committing to either an 18 or 24 month contract, at a line rental of about £35/month (details vary depending on the exact plan).
I’ve got a lot of time for the Hero, and my review is coming soon – but if you can’t wait and must have it now, then go here and get yourself one!