Kamov Ka-37

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type= Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
manufacturer= Kamov
first flight= 1993
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The Kamov Ka-37 is an unmanned helicopter designed for aerial photography, television and radio broadcasting, delivery of medicines, food, mail, and emergency aid in disasters or hard and dangerous environments, and later several military roles. The aircraft uses coaxial rotors and a 45kW engine. The operator may be located in a vehicle with monitors and flight controls, or with a simple hand-held radio controller.

pecifications

*Engine power: 45kW, (60hp)
*Max. take-off weight: 250kg, (551lb)
*Economic cruising speed: 110 km/h, (68 mph)
*Hover ceiling: 2,500m, (1,553ft)
*Range: 530km, (329 mi)
*Endurance: 45min
*Payload: 50kg, (110lb)

References

* Bill Gunston "The Osprey Encyclopedia of Russian Aircraft", 2000

* Jane's Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and Targets

External links

* [http://www.aviastar.org/helicopters_eng/ka-37.php "Kamov Ka-37" at www.aviastar.org]

* [http://www.janes.com/extracts/extract/juav/juav0202.html www.janes.com]

* [http://www.fsdome.com/aviation-encyclopedia/helis/country/russia/helis/33.htm www.fsdome.com]