Mi-26T2 Transport helicopter

Mi-26T2 Transport helicopter. First flight: 2011 © www.redstar.gr
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It's a deeply modernized version of Mi-26.

It has a new cockpit with 5 LCD multiple function monitors which allowed the reduction of the crew members from 5 to just 2. It is equipped with a new digital auto-pilot system, a new navigational system (NAVSTAR/ GLOSNASS), a TCAS, a ground proximity warning system and carries the projector Tranzas TSL-1600 on the right side off its fore section. Besides operating as a simple illuminator, it can also serve as an IR light for use with the night vision binoculars.
 

 

The first flight of the Mi-26T2 took place on February 17, 2011 © Konstantinos Panitsidis

The first flight of the Mi-26T2 took place on February 17, 2011.


Mi-26T2 can transport various cargos up to 20,000 kg, on an external hook but also internally. The military version can carry 82 para-shooters or 60 patients on stretchers. The helicopter can easily carry out mission as firefighter, airborne refueling, in constructions and other special missions. 

 

Mi-26T2 © Konstantinos Panitsidis




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Mi-26T2 © Konstantinos Panitsidis




Technical specifications

DESIGNER OKB Mil
COUNTRY Russia
TYPE
Transport helicopter
CREW 2
POWER-PLANT Two turboshaft engines Progress D-136
Power, h.p. 2x11.393
DIMENSIONS  
Length, m 33,73
Main rotor diameter, m 32,00
Tail rotor diameter, m 7,61
Height, m 8,15
WEIGHT  
Maximum take-off, kg 56.000
Normal take-off, kg 49.650
Empty, kg 28.200
Internal fuel, kg -
Warload, kg -
Payload, kg  
- passengers  up to 80
- freight in cabin 20.000
- with on hook 20.000
PERFORMANCE  
Maximum speed, km/h 295
Cruising speed, km/h 255
Range, km 2.000
Ferry range, km -
Combat range, km -
Service ceiling, m 6.500
Static ceiling, m 1.520
Rate of climb, m/s -
Maximum overload, g -
ARMAMENT Doesn't have (defensive).





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