Kamov Ka-18

The Kamov Ka-18 (NATO reporting name Hog) was a Soviet four-seat utility helicopter that first flew in 1955. It was a development of the Kamov Ka-15, with a lengthened fuselage and more powerful engine - the 255 hp Ivchenko AI-14V radial. About 200 were built.

Operators

Soviet Union

Aeroflot
Soviet Naval Aviation

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Specifications (Ka-18)

General characteristics

Crew: one, pilot
Capacity: 3 passengers
Length: 10.00 m (32 ft 10 in)
Rotor diameter: 10.00 m (32 ft 10 in)
Height: 3.40 m (11 ft 2 in)
Disc area: 157.1 m² (1,690 ft²)
Max takeoff weight: 1,502 kg (3,305 lb)
Powerplant: 1 x— Ivchenko AI-14VF radial engine, 200 kW (268 hp)

Performance

Maximum speed: 160 km/h (87 knots, 100 mph)
Range: 450 km (243 nm, 281 miles)
Service ceiling: 3,500 m (11,480 ft)

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