Overview
The Hiller ROE Rotorcycle is a single-seat ultralight helicopter designed in 1953 for a military requirement. A total of 12 were produced for the United States Marine Corps. And in 1954, the Hiller Helicopters was selected by the US Navy's Bureau of Aeronautics to build this design of a one-man, foldable, self-rescue and observation helicopter. It featured a two-blade rotor system. Its original empty weight was 290 lb (132 kg).
Specifications
Dimensions
| Length | 3.81 m |
|---|---|
| Height | 2.29 m |
Figures are compiled from public sources and may be approximate; they can vary by variant and configuration.
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