Overview
The NH90 was the first production helicopter with fully fly-by-wire controls, where computers rather than mechanical linkages move the rotor. It has a composite fuselage and comes in two main versions: the TTH troop transport, carrying about 20 soldiers, and the NFH naval version for anti-submarine warfare.
More than 500 have been delivered to some 14 countries, although several air arms have criticised its maintenance costs. Specifications are for the TTH.
Specifications
Dimensions
| Length | 19.56 m |
|---|---|
| Wingspan | 16.30 m |
| Height | 5.23 m |
Weights & fuel
| Empty weight | 6,400 kg |
|---|---|
| Max. take-off weight | 10,600 kg |
Performance
| Max. speed | 300 km/h |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 260 km/h |
| Range | 800 km |
| Service ceiling | 6,000 m |
Crew & capacity
| Crew | 2–4 |
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| Seats (typical) | 20 |
Powerplant
| Engines | 2 |
|---|---|
| Engine model | Rolls-Royce Turbomeca RTM322 or GE T700-T6E1 |
| Power (each) | 1,662 kW |
Figures are compiled from public sources and may be approximate; they can vary by variant and configuration.
Photos
Photo 1: Ministerie van Defensie / Wikimedia Commons · CC0
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