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Kamov Ka-25 Hormone
Kamov · Utility/Transport · USSR · Early Jet (1946–1969)
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The Kamov Ka-25 is a naval helicopter, developed for the Soviet Navy in the USSR from 1958.
Specifications
Category Rotorcraft
Sub-Category Utility/Transport
Domain Defence
Era Early Jet (1946–1969)
Country USSR
Manufacturer Kamov
Operator Soviet/Russian Navy
Status Retired
Service Entry 1966
Produced 460
Propulsion Turboprop
Engine 2x Glushenkov GTD-3F turboshaft
Thrust / Power 1,800 shp total
Launch Ground
Length (ft) 34.9
Wingspan (ft) 51.7 (each coaxial rotor)
Empty Weight (lb) 10803
MTOW (lb) 15873
Payload (lb) 3300
Endurance (hr) 2.5
Service Ceiling (ft) 11000
Range (mi) 355
Max Speed (mph) 119
Armament 2x torpedoes or depth charges; dipping sonar