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W-3 Sokół

PZL-Świdnik · Multipurpose utility helicopter · Poland · Cold War (1970–1991)

W-3 Sokół — Multipurpose utility helicopter
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The PZL W-3 Sokół is a medium-size, twin-engine, multipurpose helicopter developed and manufactured by Polish helicopter company PZL-Świdnik, now owned by Leonardo. It was the first helicopter entirely designed and produced in Poland.

Specifications

Category
Rotorcraft
Sub-Category
Utility/Transport
Domain
Civil
Era
Cold War (1970–1991)
Country
Poland
Manufacturer
PZL-Świdnik
Operator
Polish Armed Forces; Czech Air Force; Philippine Air Force; Myanmar Air Force
Primary Role
Multipurpose utility helicopter
Status
Active
Service Entry
1987
Produced
1985–2015
Engine
2× turboshaft engines
Thrust / Power
671 kW each
Length (ft)
47
Empty Weight (lb)
8488
MTOW (lb)
14110
Service Ceiling (ft)
16109
Range (mi)
463
Max Speed (mph)
162