Military Helicopters
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ICAO: MI26
Overview
The KAI KUH-1 Surion is a twin-engine utility helicopter developed in South Korea. Introduced in the 2010s, it was designed to replace older transport helicopters. The aircraft supports troop transport and utility roles.
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Specifications
Units
- Engine
- 2 × General Electric T700/701K
- Engine type
- Turboshaft
- Power
- 2 × 1,915 shp · 1,428 kW
- Avionics
- Garmin G3000, TACS II
- Wing tips
- No winglets
- Seats
- 17
- Crew
- —
- Cabin width
- —
- Cabin height
- —
- Cabin length
- —
- Exterior length
- 62 ft 4 in · 19.00 m
- Tail height
- 14 ft 9 in · 4.50 m
- Fuselage diameter
- 6 ft 7 in · 2.00 m
- Wing span
- 51 ft 10 in · 15.80 m
- Baggage volume
- —
- Gross weight
- —
- Empty weight
- —
- Max takeoff weight
- 19,200 lb · 8,700 kg
- Max landing weight
- 17,100 lb · 7,750 kg
- Max payload
- 7,900 lb · 3,550 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 350 gal · 1,300 L · 1,100 kg (Jet A)
- Max cruise speed
- 157 kt · 181 mph · 291 km/h
- Maximum speed
- —
- Cruise speed
- —
- Approach speed
- —
- Range
- 286 nm · 330 mi · 530 km
- Fuel burn
- —
- Ceiling
- 15,100 ft · 4,600 m
- Rate of climb
- 1,700 ft/min · 9 m/s
- Takeoff distance
- —
- Landing distance
- —
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Operational Context
KAI KUH-1 Surion — twin-engine military utility helicopter
The Surion first flew in 2010 and entered service in 2012. Developed with international cooperation, it features a four-blade main rotor and modern avionics. The helicopter is designed for troop transport and general support missions.
Powered by two turboshaft engines producing approximately 1,800 shaft horsepower each, the Surion cruises at around 140 knots (259 km/h). Maximum takeoff weight exceeds 19,000 pounds (8,618 kg). The cabin can accommodate up to 13 troops depending on configuration.
The Surion has gradually replaced older helicopters in South Korean service. Specialized variants support medical evacuation and maritime roles. The aircraft represents a key achievement in domestic helicopter development.
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