Kaman HOK
The Kaman H-43 Huskie used Kaman’s distinctive intermeshing-rotor system, in which two rotors overlap and turn in opposite directions. This removes the need for a tail rotor and gives the helicopter strong lifting power in a compact footprint. Piston-powered H-43A models served as US Air Force crash-rescue helicopters before turbine-powered versions took over. Their twin rotor masts and compact tail make them visually unmistakable among early rescue helicopters.
Did you know?
The Kaman H-43 Huskie's overlapping intermeshing rotors spin in opposite directions, giving it strong lift without a tail rotor.
Specifications
| Length | 7.6 m (25 ft) |
|---|---|
| Height | 3.3 m (11 ft) |
| Rotor diameter | 14 m (46 ft) |
| Maximum passengers | 6 |
| Persons on board | 10 |
| Crew | 2 |
| Range | 180 NM (333 km) |
| Maximum speed | 105 kt (194 km/h) |
| Service ceiling | 12,000 ft (3,658 m) |
| Optimum ceiling | 8,000 ft (2,438 m) |
| Engines | 1x Lycoming R-1340 |
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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