Aero-Starloop BH-160
The BH-160 is an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) developed by Aero-Starloop in China.
Maximum payload is 65 kg (143.3 lbs). With 100 liters of fuel capacity, the UAV is powered by a 30kw (40 hp) turbine shaft in a heavy fuel engine (HFE) propulsion system. The aircraft is also equipped with ground collision avoidance, using a Variable Precision Rough Set (VPRS) system. Components are modular, allowing for various configuration and upgrades.
In addition, Aero-Starloop developed a lighter version: the BH-90.
Overview
Data on design, manufacture and statusDesign authority: Aero-Starloop High-Tec. Co., LTD
Primary manufacturer: Aero-Starloop High-Tec. Co., LTD
Parent type: No type defined
Aircraft status: Operational
Configuration
Primary flight and mechanical characteristicsVTOL type: Helicopter
Lift configuration: Single main rotor
Dedicated control device: Tail rotor
Crew required: 0
Crew seating: Not applicable
Landing gear: Skids
Layout and Dimensions
Data on aircraft sizeThe body is Carbon fiber composite material.
| Overall Dimensions | ||
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| Overall Height: | ||
| Overall Length: | ||
| Overall Width: | 3.69 m | 12.1 ft |
| Airframe Dimensions | ||
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| Airframe Length: | 3.18 m | 10.4 ft |
| Airframe Width: | 0.92 m | 3.0 ft |
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Weights and Performance
Data on aircraft weight and flight characteristicsCruising Speed: 120 km/h; Flight Wind Resist: 25 m/s; Hovering Accuracy: 0.2 m; Max Speed: 185 km/h
| Weights | ||
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| Max Gross Weight (ground): | ||
| Max Gross Weight (airborne): | ||
| Max Take-off Weight: | 160 kg | 353 lb |
| Empty Weight: | 55 kg | 121 lb |
| Useful Load: | 105 kg | 231 lb |
| Empty Weight Fraction: | 0.344 | |
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| Service Ceiling: | 4,800 m | 15,748 ft |
| Range and Endurance | ||
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| Max Range: | 350 km | 189 nm |
| Max Endurance: | 4 hrs | 4 hrs |
Engine Details
Aircraft powerplant (lift and/or propulsion)Provided powerplant data is for uninstalled, sea level, static operations.
| Powerplant | ||
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| Number of engines: | 1 | |
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Primary Lift Device
Data on primary lift devices such as main rotors| Main Rotor Characteristics | ||
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| Diameter: | 3.69 m | 12.12 ft |
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| Direction of Rotation: | Unknown | |
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| Number of Blades: | 2 | |
| Main Rotor Derived Characteristics | ||
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| Disc Area: | 10.72 m² | 115.4 ft² |
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Primary Control Device
Data on primary control devices such as tail rotors| Tail Rotor Characteristics | ||
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| Diameter: | ||
| Configuration: | Unknown | |
| Direction of Rotation: | Unknown | |
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| Tail Rotor Blade Characteristics | ||
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| Number of Blades: | 2 | |
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