CH-47A Chinook
This HFI model is part of the world's largest public display of scale model helicopters.
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Aircraft Specifications
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First Flight: |
1961 |
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Main Rotor: |
59 ft., 1 in. |
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Engine: |
2 x 2,650 shp Lycoming T55-L-7 |
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Max Speed: |
109 mph |
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Height: |
18 ft., 6 in. |
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Length: |
51 ft. |
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Gross Weight: |
33,000 lbs. |
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Empty Weight: |
17,932 lbs. |
About the Aircraft: A descendent of the Model 107, this medium transport helicopter has contra-rotating tandem rotors and can carry 44 troops, 24 stretcher cases plus medical attendants. The CH-47B was chosen as the standard troop transport for the US Army's Airmobile Division.Works Referenced