Sikorsky MH-60R Seahawk

The naval helicopter built for anti-submarine and surface warfare.

Overview

Sikorsky Helicopter United States 2001–Present $47.7 million

The Sikorsky MH-60R Seahawk is a maritime helicopter developed from the Black Hawk family. Entering service in the 2000s, it integrates sensors and weapons for naval missions. The aircraft operates from ships and shore bases.

Specifications

Units
Engine
2 × General Electric T700-GE-401C turboshaft
Engine type
Turboshaft
Power
2 × 3,425 shp · 2,554 kW
Avionics
—
Wing tips
No winglets
Seats
11
Crew
—
Cabin width
5 ft 11 in  ·  1.80 m
Cabin height
4 ft 3 in  ·  1.30 m
Cabin length
10 ft 6 in  ·  3.20 m
Exterior length
64 ft 10 in  ·  19.76 m
Tail height
16 ft 9 in  ·  5.10 m
Fuselage diameter
6 ft 11 in  ·  2.10 m
Wing span
53 ft 8 in  ·  16.36 m
Baggage volume
—
Gross weight
—
Empty weight
—
Max takeoff weight
23,500 lb  ·  10,700 kg
Max landing weight
—
Max payload
9,000 lb  ·  4,100 kg
Fuel capacity
590 gal · 2,200 L · 1,800 kg (Jet A)
Max cruise speed
144 kt  ·  166 mph  ·  267 km/h
Maximum speed
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Cruise speed
—
Approach speed
—
Range
245 nm  ·  280 mi  ·  450 km
Fuel burn
0.75 nm/gal  ·  0.37 km/L
Ceiling
19,000 ft  ·  5,800 m
Rate of climb
1,650 ft/min  ·  8 m/s
Takeoff distance
—
Landing distance
—
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MH-60R Sea Hawk

Operational Context

Sikorsky MH-60R Seahawk — maritime multirole helicopter

The MH-60R first flew in 2001 and entered service in 2006. It incorporates advanced radar and sonar systems. The helicopter was designed to replace older naval rotorcraft.

Two turboshaft engines producing approximately 1,940 shaft horsepower each power the aircraft. Cruise speed approaches 145 knots (269 km/h). Maximum takeoff weight exceeds 23,000 pounds (10,433 kg).

The MH-60R performs anti-submarine and surface warfare missions. It has been exported to allied navies. The aircraft remains a core component of modern naval aviation.

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