S-61
This HFI model is part of the world's largest public display of scale model helicopters. It was built by Bill Topping.
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Aircraft Specifications
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First Flight: |
1960 |
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Main Rotor: |
62 ft. |
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Engine: |
2 x 1,250 shp General Electric T58-GE-18 |
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Max Speed: |
166 mph |
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Height: |
16 ft., 10 in. |
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Length: |
72 ft. 8in. |
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Gross Weight: |
20,500 lbs. |
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Empty Weight: |
12,450 lbs. |
The S-61 was ordered by the U.S. Navy to upgrade the outdated S-58. The aircraft had all-weather capabilities and, as designated the SH-3A, was fitted as an antisubmarine aircraft. The S-61, S-61L and S-61N commercial models were similar to the SH-3A. The S-61L was a land version with non-retractable landing gear. It could carry thirty passengers and a crew of three.
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