An Exclusive Look At The Lockheed Martin S-97
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The S-97 Raider is a high-speed scout and attack compound helicopter developed by Sikorsky Aircraft, featuring the innovative X2 Technology with a coaxial rotor system.
Physical Dimensions
Length: 35-37 feet (sources vary slightly)
Width: 16 feet
Rotor Diameter: 33-34 feet
Maximum Gross Weight: 11,400 pounds
Performance Specifications
Maximum Speed: 220 knots (approximately 253 mph)
Dash Speed: More than 240 knots
Range: 600 kilometers (approximately 373 miles)
Endurance: 2.7 hours
Hover Performance: Hot day hover at altitudes up to 10,000 feet
Payload Improvement: 40% increase compared to conventional helicopters
Endurance Improvement: 100% increase compared to conventional helicopters
Propulsion System
Engine: Single LHTEC T800 LHT 801 turboshaft engine
Propeller: Clutched pusher propeller at the tail
Auxiliary Power Unit: Included for engine start
Design Features
Rotor System: Twin rigid co-axial counter-rotating main rotors
Flight Controls: Fly-by-wire system
Landing Gear: Retractable
Fuselage: Composite materials
Cockpit: Side-by-side seating for two pilots
Cabin Capacity: Seating for six troops
Fuel System: Auxiliary internal fuel tank aft of cockpit for extended missions
Armament Options
Hellfire missiles
2.75" rockets
.50 caliber gun
7.62mm gun
Mission Capabilities
Armed reconnaissance
Light attack missions
Special forces operations
Equipped with various sensors for reconnaissance
The S-97 Raider represents a significant advancement in helicopter technology, offering nearly twice the speed of conventional helicopters while maintaining excellent maneuverability and combat capabilities.
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