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SH-2F SEASPRITE

Specifications
Typethree-seat naval light multi-purpose helicopter
ContractorKaman
Country of OriginUSA
Powerplanttwo General Electric T58-GE-8F turboshaft engines
Power Rating1,350-shp total
Length52ft 7in (rotors turning)
Height15ft 6in
Rotor Diameter44ft
Rotor Disc Area1,520.23 Sq. ft
Max Speed150mph @ sea level
Climb Rate2,440ft/minute
Service Ceiling22,500ft
Range431 miles
Empty Weight7,040lbs
Max Take-Off Weight13,500lbs
Armament
  • up to two Mk 46 torpedoes &
  • combinations of DIFAR and/or DICASS sonobuoys &
  • eight Mk 25 marine smoke markers
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