Multi purpose military single engined helicopter for reconnaissance/observation, fire support, protection and combat mission , suited for hot climates and high altitude.
The AS 550C3 "FENNEC" is fitted with a TURBOMECA Arriel 2B turbine engine equipped with the FADEC system (Full Authority Digital Engine Control).
It can be equipped with axial weapons; cannon, rocket launchers, machine guns, and anti-tank or air-to-air missiles.
New light single engined helicopter equipped with a 25 cm wider cabin, a cargo space increased by 10% and Fenestron tail rotor. The quietest helicopter in its class (7db below ICAO’s chapter 8 limit).
The AS 555 FENNEC is the powerful twin-engined version of the Fennec family. Fitted with 2 Turbomeca ARRIUS 1A engines, it benefits from the FADEC system (Full Authority Digital Control) wich makes piloting easier and safer.
Two version are available :
Technical Data AS 555 AN/SN
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Max. weight: |
2,600 kg
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5732 lb |
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Max. weight (with external load): |
2,600 kg
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5732 lb |
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Capacity: |
1 pilot + 5 troops
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1,134 kg with sling |
2500 lb with sling |
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Power plant: |
2 Turbomeca Arrius 1A |
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Maximum take-off power: |
388 kW
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520 shp |
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Fast cruise speed (at maximum weight): |
220 km/h
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118 kts |
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Maximum range (take-off at max. weight): |
695 km |
375 nm |