Kamov Ka-226

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The Kamov Ka-226 "Sergei" is a small, twin-engine Russian utility helicopter.

The Ka-226 features an interchangeable mission pod, rather than a conventional cabin, allowing the use of various accommodation or equipment configurations.

The Ka-226 entered service in 2002.

Variants of the Ka-226 have the NATO reporting name of Hoodlum, however Kamov's own name for the Ka-226 is Sergei.

General characteristics

• Crew: 1
• Passengers: 9
• Cargo: 1,400kg internally, or 1,500kg on an external sling
• Length: 8.1 m (25 ft 7 in)
• Main rotor diameter: 2× 13 m (42 ft 8 in)
• Height: 4.15 m (13 ft 7 in)
• Gross weight: 3400 kg (7496 lb)
• Powerplant: 2 × Turbomeca Arrius 2G1, 335 kW (450 hp) each

Performance

• Maximum speed: 205 km/h (127 mph)
• Cruising speed: 195 km/h (121 mph)
• Range: 600 km (372 miles)
• Service ceiling: 6200 m (20300 ft)
• Hover ceiling: 2500 m (8200 ft)