Developed in 1961 by Russia's Kamov Design Bureau, the Ka-25PL is a variation of the Ka-25; a later model replaces the initial GTD-3F engine with the more powerful 736kW GTD-3M engine.  The helicopter can be fitted with floats for water landings and can operate at night.  A common use of the aircraft is anti-submarine warfare (ASW).

Overview

Data on design, manufacture and status

Design authority: Kamov Design Bureau

Primary manufacturer: Kamov

Parent type: Kamov Ka-25

Aircraft status: Status unknown

Configuration

Primary flight and mechanical characteristics

VTOL type: Helicopter

Lift devices: 2 in Coaxial configuration

Crew required: 2 in Side-by-side arrangement

Landing gear: Wheels (non-retractable)

Key Characteristics

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Aircraft Details

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References

References and sources used

OKB N.I.Kamova
G.I. Kuznetsov
1999 (page 168)
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