AgustaWestland Helicopter NH90

The NH90 is the medium lift, multi-role military helicopter developed from NATO Staff Requirements; the result of an extensive European collaboration programme. Two main versions are available: the battlefield Tactical Transport Helicopter (TTH), and the maritime NATO Frigate Helicopter (NFH). Featuring an advanced composite airframe, multi-redundant fly-by-wire controls, HIRF protection and high levels of survivability and crashworthiness, ballistic tolerant design, self-sealing tanks and advance self-protection suite, the NH-90 is designed for operation in the 21st Century battlespace. The spacious unobstructed cabin features sliding doors and rear ramp to accommodate a comprehensive inventory of modular role equipment, providing flexibility for a number of applications. An advanced, integrated avionic suite, advanced mission systems and data fusion increases the speed and accuracy of analyzed data; ASW / ASuW (NFH) mission systems enable autonomous and joint operations without role change. Comprehensive sensor, voice/data communications and weapons system with data fusion support decision making, maximising mission effectiveness. Harpoon deck-lock, castoring nosewheel, automatic blade / tail fold and proven deck handling systems ensure safe ship-borne operations in day/night and adverse weather conditions. Leading Features MTOW: 11 tonne Class Power Plant: (2000 KW class - dual channel FADEC) Depending on NH90 variant 2 x RTM322-01/9 or 2 x GE T700/T6E1 Enhanced performance in Hot/High 2 x RTM322-01/9A or 2 x GE CT7-8F5 Crew/Passengers: 2 with 20 troops Technical Data Weights TTH Max Take Off 10600 kg 23369 lb Max Alternate Gross Weight 11000 kg 24250 lb Max Useful load 4200 kg 9260 lb NFH Max Take Off 11000 kg 24250 lb External Dimensions Length (rotors turning) 19.56 m 64.18 ft Overall height 5.31 m 17.42 ft Main rotor diameter 16.30 m 53.48 ft NH90 General Performance (Basic Aircraft) Max cruise speed 300 km/h 162 kts Economical cruise speed 260 km/h 140 kts Max rate of climb 11.2 m/sec 2200 ft/min Hover ceiling IGE 3200 m 10500 ft Hover ceiling OGE 2600 m 8530 ft Maximum range 982 km 530 nm Maximum endurance 5 h Ferry range (with internal aux fuel tanks) 1600 km 864 nm NH90 Engines (2000 KW class - dual channel FADEC) Depending on NH90 variant 2 x RTM322-01/9 or 2 x GE T700/T6E1 Enhanced Engine performance in Hot/High 2 x RTM322-01/9A or 2 x GE CT7-8F5