AVIC AC312
The AC312 is a 4 ton twin-turbine civil variant of the Harbin H425. With side by side seating arrangement, the cabin layout is [2 pilot + 12 pax]. In air medical service, the cabin layout may be [1-2 pilot + 4 stretchers + 1 med] or [1-2 pilot + 2 stretchers + 4 meds].
The AC312 is operated with either AVIC ENGINE WZ-8, or TURBOMECA Arriel 2C powerplants. Avicopter's AC312 obtained CAAC Type Certificate and Production Certificate, and passed the evaluation conducted by Aircraft Evaluation Group (AEG).
Maximum internal and external payloads are 1590 kg and 907 kg, respectively. The maximum fuel weight is 915 kg.
Overview
Data on design, manufacture and statusDesign authority: Aérospatiale, Helicopter Division
Primary manufacturer: Aviation Industry Corporation of China, Ltd.
Parent type: Aérospatiale Z-9
Aircraft status: Operational
Configuration
Primary flight and mechanical characteristicsVTOL type: Helicopter
Lift configuration: Single main rotor
Dedicated control device: Fenestron/Shrouded tail rotor
Crew required: 1-2
Crew seating: Side-by-side
Landing gear: Wheels (all retractable)
Overall Dimensions
Data on aircraft sizeOverall Height: 3.98 m (13.0 ft)
Overall Width: 11.93 m (39.1 ft)
Engine Details
Aircraft powerplant (lift and/or propulsion)Total number of engines: 2
Engine designation: Turbomeca Arriel 2C turbine
Engine manufacturer: Turbomeca
Max continuous power: 581 kW (779 hp)
Take-off / rated power: 626 kW (839 hp)
Weights and Performance
Data on aircraft weight and flight characteristicsMax Gross Weight (ground): 4100 kg (9039 lb)
