Kamov Ka-60

The Russian utility helicopter designed to modernize light military transport

Overview

Kamov Russia ICAO: KA60 2009–Present $12 million

The Kamov Ka-60 was developed as a new-generation light military transport helicopter for the Russian armed forces. Unlike earlier Kamov designs, it adopted a conventional tail rotor configuration. The aircraft was intended to replace aging utility helicopters in domestic service.

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Specifications

Units
Engine
2 × Rybinsk RD-600V
Engine type
Turboshaft
Power
2 × 1,282 shp · 956 kW
Avionics
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Wing tips
No winglets
Seats
16
Crew
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Cabin width
5 ft 10 in  ·  1.78 m
Cabin height
4 ft 3 in  ·  1.30 m
Cabin length
11 ft 2 in  ·  3.40 m
Exterior length
51 ft 2 in  ·  15.60 m
Tail height
15 ft 1 in  ·  4.60 m
Fuselage diameter
6 ft 3 in  ·  1.90 m
Wing span
44 ft 3 in  ·  13.50 m
Baggage volume
76 ft³  ·  2.2 m³
Gross weight
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Empty weight
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Max takeoff weight
14,300 lb  ·  6,500 kg
Max landing weight
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Max payload
6,050 lb  ·  2,750 kg
Fuel capacity
380 gal · 1,400 L · 1,200 kg (Jet A)
Max cruise speed
148 kt  ·  170 mph  ·  274 km/h
Maximum speed
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Cruise speed
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Approach speed
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Range
332 nm  ·  380 mi  ·  610 km
Fuel burn
1.13 nm/gal  ·  0.55 km/L
Ceiling
16,900 ft  ·  5,200 m
Rate of climb
2,050 ft/min  ·  10 m/s
Takeoff distance
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Landing distance
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Russian Air Force Kamov Ka-60

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Operational Context

Kamov Ka-60 — light military utility helicopter

The Ka-60 program began in the 1980s to create a modern utility helicopter suited for reconnaissance and troop transport roles. The first prototype flew in 1998, though development experienced significant delays. Unlike traditional Kamov models, the Ka-60 used a single main rotor with a tail rotor, reflecting a departure from the company’s coaxial heritage.

Powered by two turboshaft engines in the 1,300 shaft horsepower class, the Ka-60 was projected to cruise at approximately 150 knots (280 km/h). Maximum takeoff weight is about 14,000 pounds (6,500 kg). The cabin was designed to carry up to 14 troops or equivalent cargo.

Despite extensive testing, the Ka-60 did not enter large-scale production. Technical challenges and funding constraints limited its operational adoption. Nevertheless, the program influenced subsequent Russian helicopter development efforts.