Ka-137
An illustration of the KA-137
Role Unmanned aerial vehicle
Manufacturer Kamov
First flight 1998

The Kamov Ka-137, previously designated MBVK-137, is an unmanned multipurpose helicopter designed for many roles, including reconnaissance, patrol, police and ecology, emergency, and data transmitting. Three versions of the Ka-137 were made — one ship-based, one automobile-based, and another carried by the Ka-32 helicopter. The aircraft uses a piston engine, driving a coaxial-rotor system and features a tailless, sphere-shaped fuselage with four-leg leaf-spring landing gear. Sensors and other equipment are located in a special equipment compartment.

Specifications

General characteristics

  • Crew: 1 ground operator
  • Capacity: 80 kg (176 lb) internal cargo
  • Diameter: 1.30 m (4 ft 3 in)
  • Height: 2.30 m (7 ft 7 in)
  • Gross weight: 280 kg (620 lb)
  • Powerplant: 1 × Hirth 2706-R05 , 50 kW (65 hp)
  • Main rotor diameter: 5.30 m (17 ft 5 in)
  • Main rotor area: 8.3 m2 (90 sq ft)

Performance

  • Maximum speed: 175 km/h (110 mph, 96 kn)
  • Range: 530 km (330 mi, 290 nmi)
  • Endurance: 4 hours
  • Service ceiling: 5,000 m (16,400 ft)

See also

References

  • Jane's Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and Targets
  • Military Parade "Russia's Arms Catalog", 2002
  • Arma 2 Operation Arrowhead: PMC
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