Bell 204
The Bell UH-1, universally nicknamed the 'Huey', became the defining helicopter of the Vietnam War, used for troop transport, medical evacuation, and gunship duties. It was one of the first helicopters powered by a turbine engine rather than a piston engine, giving it more power for its weight than earlier designs. Its distinctive rotor sound became so iconic that it's still instantly recognisable in films set during that era. Many variants and derivatives remain in military and civilian service worldwide today, over 60 years after it first flew.
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Did you know?
The Bell UH-1 'Huey' was one of the first turbine-powered helicopters, and became the defining helicopter of the Vietnam War.
Specifications
| Length | 17.6 m (58 ft) |
|---|---|
| Height | 4.4 m (14 ft) |
| Rotor diameter | 14.6 m (48 ft) |
| Maximum passengers | 13 |
| Persons on board | 16 |
| Maximum take-off weight | 4.7 t |
| Range | 260 NM (482 km) |
| Maximum speed | 110 kt (204 km/h) |
| Service ceiling | 12,700 ft (3,871 m) |
| Optimum ceiling | 8,000 ft (2,438 m) |
| Rate of climb | 1,600 ft/min (8.1 m/s) |
| Fuel capacity | 840 l |
| Engines | 1x Lycoming T53 |
Curated by CatchFlights from manufacturer documents, ICAO Doc 8643 and reference works; values are left out where no source could confirm them. Sources are listed on our credits page.
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