Bell OH-58D Kiowa Warrior

Attribution

Overview

Data on design, manufacture and status

Design authority: Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc.

Primary manufacturer: Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc.

Parent type: Bell OH-58

Aircraft status: Operational

Configuration

Primary flight and mechanical characteristics

VTOL type: Helicopter

Lift configuration: Single main rotor

Dedicated control device: Tail rotor

Crew required: 2

Crew seating: Side-by-side

Landing gear: Skids

Overall Dimensions

Data on aircraft size

Overall Height: 3.94 m (12.9 ft)

Overall Length: 12.55 m (41.2 ft)

Overall Width: 10.67 m (35.0 ft)

Engine Details

Aircraft powerplant (lift and/or propulsion)

Total number of engines: 2

Engine designation: RR M250-C30/R3 turbine

Engine manufacturer: Rolls-Royce Corporation

Max continuous power: 485 kW (650 hp)

Weights and Performance

Data on aircraft weight and flight characteristics

Max Gross Weight (ground): 2495 kg (5500 lb)

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