Attribute | ![]() MD 500 MG Defender × | ![]() Sikorsky Schweizer S-434 × |
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General | ||
Manufacturer | MD Helicopters | Sikorsky Helicopter |
Model | MD 500 MG Defender | Sikorsky Schweizer S-434 |
Country | United States | United States |
Manufactured from (year) | 1976 | 2010 |
Type | Military Helicopters | Light Helicopters |
Icao | H500 | - |
Performance | ||
Engine | 1x 1 × One Allison 250-C20B | 2 X Rolls-Royce Turbine 250-C20W |
Power, hp (hp) | 420 | 320 |
Max cruise speed (km/h) | 217 | 194 |
Travel range (km) | 589 | 648 |
Fuel economy (km/l) | 1.771 | 2.04 |
Service ceiling (m) | 4,206 | 3,810 |
Rate of climb (m/sec) | 8.64 | - |
Weights | ||
Max take off weight (kg) | 1,361 | 1,315 |
Max payload (kg) | 454 | 544 |
Fuel tank capacity (l) | 238 | 318 |
Dimensions | ||
Seats | 5 | 4 |
Exterior length (m) | 9.38 | 9.51 |
Tail height (m) | 2.71 | - |
Wing span (m) | 8.05 | 8.39 |
Wing tips | No Winglets | - |