Helicopter Mil Mi-17:The Mil Mi-17 (Also known as the Mi-8MT, NATO reporting name Hip-H) was a Soviet cargo helicopter. Improved Mi-8, with more powerful engines for 'hot and high' conditions. The designation Mi-17 is for export; the USSR armed forces called it Mi-8MT. The Mi-17 can be recognized because it has the tail rotor on the port side, instead of the starboard side, and dust shields in front of the engine intakes. Two 2250 (1950?) hp (1680 (1450?) kW) Isotov TV3-117VM. 1980.
Technical data:
Type Mi-17-1VA
Function utility
Year 1980
Crew ?
Engines 2*2250(1950?)hp Isotov TV-3-117VM
Rotor Span 21.2m
Length 25.3m
Height 4.70m
Disc Area 365m2
Empty Weight 7100kg
Maximum Weight 13000kg
Speed 262(250?)km/h
Ceiling 6000(5000?)m
Range 465(495?)km
Load 4000kg
or 24 seats