Kamov Ka-60 Kasatka

The Kasatka (meaning "Killer Whale") was Kamov's first single-rotor helicopter configuration with a multiple bladed Fenestron tail rotor.  More than half of the helicopter structure is composed of Composite material.  The cabin fits up to 14 troops or 6 stretchers with 3 passengers.  Tested actuating links and transmissions shafts withstood shutting-through bullets up to 12.7 mm in caliber; the fuel tanks are encased in foamed polyurethane to prevent fuel explosion.

Attribution

Overview

Data on design, manufacture and status

Design authority: Kamov Design Bureau

Primary manufacturer: Kamov

Parent type: No type defined

Aircraft status: Operational

Configuration

Primary flight and mechanical characteristics

VTOL type: Helicopter

Lift devices: 1 Single main rotor

Dedicated control device: 1 Fenestron/Shrouded tail rotor

Crew required: 2 in Side-by-side arrangement

Landing gear: Wheels (all retractable)

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Aircraft Details

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References

References and sources used

OKB N.I.Kamova
G.I. Kuznetsov
1999 (page 242)
Book

Russia's Helicopter World
Vertolet
2000 (page 65)
Book

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