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The new-generation EC130 B4 is a light, single-engine helicopter with all the latest technology and a roomy, modular cabin that can seat 1 pilot plus 7 passengers.
Its Fenestron® tail rotor and automatic rotor speed control result in a significantly reduced operating noise level. Reliable power is provided by the Turbomeca Arriel 2 turbine engine including a dual-channel FADEC (Full Authority Digital Engine Control) with a third independant back-up channel. Integrated VFR equipment coupled with a Global Positioning System (GPS) is fitted as standard for day and night missions. All EC130 B4 systems are very easy to maintain.
Characteristics
High performance
The EC130 B4's component commonality with Eurocopter light helicopter range ensures a reliable, high performance aircraft. Its proven technology and simple design provide operators with an extremely high rate of availability.
CAPACITY |
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| Passenger transport | 1 pilot + 6 passengers in standard or Stylence® configuration
1 pilot + 7 passengers in “medium density” version |
| Casualty evacuation | 1 pilot + 1 or 2 stretchers + 2 medical attendants
2 pilots + 1 stretcher + 2 medical attendants |
| Cargo carrying | 1 pilot + 3.7 m3 (130.7 ft3) load in cabin |
WEIGHTS |
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| Maximum take-off weight | 2,427 kg | 5,351 lb |
| Maximum take-off weight with external load | 2,800 kg | 6,172 lb |
| Empty weight, standard aircraft | 1,379 kg | 3,040 lb |
| Useful load | 1,048 kg | 2,311 lb |
| Maximum cargo swing load | 1,160 kg | 2,557 lb |
| Standard fuel capacity | 426 kg | 939 lb |
POWER PLANT (ISA, SEA LEVEL) |
1 Turbomeca Arriel 2 turbine engine |
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| Take-off power | 632 kW | 847 shp |
| Maximum Continuous Power | 543 kW | 728 shp |
Performance at Max. TAKE-OFF WEIGHT (ISA, SEA LEVEL) |
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| Maximum speed (VNE) | 287 km/h | 155 kts |
| Fast Cruise speed at MCP | 240 km/h | 130 kts |
| Rate of climb | 9.0 m/s | 1,770 ft/min |
| Service ceiling | 4,770 m | 15,655 ft |
| Hover ceiling OGE at take-off power | 2,535 m | 8,325 ft |
Operation Limitations |
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| Maximum operating altitude | 7,010 m | 23,000 ft (PA) |
| Minimum temperature | - 40°C | - 40°F |
| Maximum temperature | ISA + 35°C (limited to + 50°C) / ISA + 95°F, (limited to 122°F) | |
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