Introduction
The 11-tonne-category, twin-turbine H225M is counted on as a force multiplier by many air forces worldwide thanks to its outstanding endurance and fast cruise speed.
Technical description
Performance
Hover ceiling IGE ISA (MTOW - TOP)
1,935 m
Hover ceiling OGE ISA (MTOW (TOP)
792 m
Maximum speed, VNE
324 km/h
Recommended cruise speed
262 km/h
Max range with standard fuel tanks
920 km
Max range with extended fuel tanks
1,253 km
Max endurance with standard fuel tanks
4 hr, 30 min
Dimensions
D-value
19.50 m
Rotor diameter
16.20 m
Internal volume (S1+S2)
15.50 m3
Characteristics
Seating (troops + crew)
31
Max takeoff weight (MTOW)
11,000 kg
Max takeoff weight with external load
11,200 kg
Useful load
5,250 kg
Max cargo sling load
4,750 kg
Engine type
2 x Safran Helicopter Makila 2A1
Takeoff power
1,567 kW
One engine inoperative (OEI 30s)
1,784 kW
Standard crashworthy self-sealing fuel tank
2,277 kg
Standard + aux. fuel tank capacity
3,059 kg
Documents
Brochures

Military Range Brochure
Military Range Brochure

H225M Brochure
Brochure H225M
Infographics

Infographic-H225M
H225M Infographic
- Brochures
- Infographics

Military Range Brochure
Military Range Brochure

H225M Brochure
Brochure H225M

Infographic-H225M
H225M Infographic
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