Introduction
Versatile and compact, the twin-engine NH90 helicopter is well suited for operations in the most demanding conditions – making it an ideal choice for military services worldwide.
Technical description
Performance
Maximum cruise speed (at 10,000 kg)
300 km/h
Maximum range (internal)
982 km
Ferry range (internal auxiliary fuel tanks)
1,600 km
Max. endurance with standard fuel tanks
5 hours
HOGE at MTOW ISA **
2,600 m
engines & Integrated Particle Separator (IPS)
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HIGE at MTOW ISA ** GE
3,200 m
engines & Integrated Particle Separator (IPS)
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Dimensions
External dimensions (rotor turning)
Length 19.56 m
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Width 16.30 m
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Height 5.31 m
Internal dimensions
Width 2.00 m
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Length 4.80 m
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Height 1.58 m
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Volume 15.20 m3
Characteristics
Empty weight
6,400 kg
Maximum gross weight
10,600 kg
Alternate gross weight
11,000 kg
Useful load
4,200 kg
Max. seating capacity Crew & pax
23
Sling capacity
4,000 kg
Engine
2 x RTM 322-01/9 - 2 x GE T700/6E1
Max. takeoff power (per engine)
1,781kW/2,388shp - 1,692kW/2,269shp
Max. emergency power (O.E.I)
2,172kW/2,913shp - 2,095kW/2,809shp
Internal aux tanks
400 kg (each)
External aux tanks
292 kg or 500 kg (each)
Documents
Brochures

Military Range Brochure
Military Range Brochure

Mission Search and Rescue Brochure
Brochure Mission Search and Rescue
- Brochures

Military Range Brochure
Military Range Brochure

Mission Search and Rescue Brochure
Brochure Mission Search and Rescue
The latest on the NH90
In the spotlight
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Press Release Helicopters
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Airbus Helicopters has officially delivered the first two NH90 Tactical Transport Helicopters to the Spanish Navy from its Albacete facility. -
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