Technical data
Type Ka-226
Function Light transport/utility
Year 1997?
Crew 2
Engines 2*Allison 250-C20B
Length -
Wingspan -
Wing area -
Empty weight -
Loaded weight 3400kg
Maximum Speed 205km/h
Climb at takeoff power 9m/sec
Climb at 30min power 0.65m/sec
Ceiling 5050m
Flight endurance 4.5h
Range (max payload) 700km
Range with extra tanks 805km

Ka-226, Kamov

Courtesy of Gerry Clipperton and the Russian company Chartmore Ltd.

Development of the highly reliable and flexible Ka-26/Ka-126 family. Powered with two Rolls Royce Aerospace Group Allison 250-C20B engines. Fitted with new rotors and Allied Signal Aerospace avionics, this aircraft has the highest efficiency among light helicopters.

As well as predecessor, it is provided with number of custom snap-on loads, including passenger compartment, cargo container, crop duster gear.

Ground trials took place on March 6, 2000 at 'Strela' Industrial Complex (Orenburg).



References and Links
  • Ka-226
  • Ka-226
  • Ka-226
  • Индийские специалисты проявили большой интерес к вертолету Ка-226, разработанному "Камовым" для гористой местности
  • Ka-226 in English
  • New helicopter tests
  • Ka-226 page at Aero Ad's site.
  • MAKS-97 overview

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