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Superiority

MODERN: The AS550 C3 offers the most modern design complying with more and more demanding battlefields and missions.

PROVEN: The AS550 C3 is already operational from the highest altitudes (6000 m/19,685 ft) to the hottest and sandy environments (+ 50°C/122°F).

MULTI-MISSION: The AS550 C3 is fitted with a large amount of already integrated equipment to perform the widest range of missions.

COST EFFECTIVE: The simple design, reliability of equipment, low fuel consumption and light maintenance make the AS550 C3 the most cost effective weapon and mission system.

Characteristics

Characteristics The AS550 C3’s powerful engine and its modern design make it the most efficient and reliable scout helicopter.

CAPACITY
Passenger transport 1 pilot + 5 passengers (standard version)
1 pilot + 4 or 5 passengers (comfort version)
1 pilot + 6 passengers (high density version)
Casualty evacuation 1 pilot + 1 or 2 patient stretchers + 2 doctors
WEIGHTS
 
Maximum take-off weigh 2,250 kg 4,960 lb
MTOW with jettisonable armament 2,450 kg  5,401 lb
Maximum take-off weight with external load 2,800 kg  6,172 lb
Empty weight, standard configuration 1,202 kg  2,650 lb
Useful load, standard configuration 1,048 kg  2,310 lb
Maximum cargo-swing load 1,400 kg  3,086 lb
Standard fuel capacity 426 kg  939 lb
POWERPLANT
1 TURBOMECA ARRIEL 2B turbine engine
Take-off power 632 kW   847 shp
PERFORMANCE
 
Maximum speed (VNE) 287 km/hr 155 kts
Fast cruise speed (at MCP) 258 km/hr 140 kts
Recommended cruise speed 225 km/hr 121 kts
Rate of climb at MTOW, sea level 9,8 m/sec 1,935 ft/min
Service ceiling >7,000 m 22,965 ft
Hover ceiling OGE at take-off power (MTOW) 3,220 m 10,560 ft
Maximum range without reserve at RCS (MTOW) 645 km 348 nm
Endurance without reserve at 100 km/hr-54 kts (MTOW) 4h07
OPERATING LIMITATIONS
Maximum operating altitude  7,000 m   22,965 ft
Minimum temperature - 40°C
Maximum temperature ISA + 35°C
limited to + 50°C

 

The data set forth in this document is for information purposes only, and may vary with conditions. For performance data and operating limitations,
reference see approved flight manual and all appropriate documents. May 2004

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