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Hughes / McDonnell Douglas OH-6 Cayuse

Hughes Helicopters · Light Utility · USA · Early Jet (1946–1969)

Hughes / McDonnell Douglas OH-6 Cayuse — Light Utility
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The Hughes OH-6 Cayuse is a single-engine light helicopter designed and produced by the American aerospace company Hughes Helicopters. Its formal name is derived from the Cayuse people, while its "Loach" nickname is derived from the Light Observation Helicopter (LOH) program, under which it was procured.

Specifications

Category
Rotorcraft
Sub-Category
Light Utility
Domain
Dual-Use
Era
Early Jet (1946–1969)
Country
USA
Manufacturer
Hughes Helicopters
Co-Manufacturer
MD Helicopters
Operator
US Army / many nations
Status
Retired
Service Entry
1966
Produced
1434
Propulsion
Turboprop
Engine
Allison T63-A-5A turboshaft
Thrust / Power
317 shp
Launch
Ground
Length (ft)
30.1
Wingspan (ft)
26.3
Empty Weight (lb)
1229
MTOW (lb)
2700
Payload (lb)
1000
Endurance (hr)
3
Service Ceiling (ft)
15800
Range (mi)
380
Max Speed (mph)
150
Armament
7.62mm minigun; 40mm grenade launcher