Kamov Ka-27
Rotorcraft
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The Kamov Ka-27 family represented a major leap in Soviet naval aviation, introducing twin turbines, extended range, and multi-role flexibility. With its 1973 debut, variants served anti-submarine, attack, and civilian transport roles. The 11.3-meter fuselage accommodated expanded crews, achieved 270 km/h, and extended operations to 980 kilometers, defining Cold War naval helicopter capability.
Caractéristiques
- Rôle
- Anti-submarine warfare helicopter (Ka-27/Ka-28); Attack helicopter with transport capabilities (Ka-29); Civilian utility helicopter (Ka-32)
- Origine
- Soviet Union / Russia
- Équipage
- 27
- Moteurs
- 2
- Premier vol
- 1973
- Longueur
- 11,3 m
- Vitesse maximale
- 270 km/h
- Autonomie
- 980 km