Main Characteristics

    Main Characteristics
    Maximum Diameter (m) 0.50
    Length (m) 1.815
    Weight (kg) 182
    Power(shp) 543
    Specific Fuel Consumption (kg / kg-hr) 0.346

    Artouste IIIB Engine powers both Cheetah and Chetak helicopters. The Engine manufacture commenced in 1962 under licence from Turbomeca, France.  Division also has facility for Repair & Overhaul of these engines.

    Features

    • Side air intake, an axial and a centrifugal compressor connected to three stage turbine.
    • The power output is 543 SHP at 33500 RPM. The reduction gear box in the front transfers the power to helicopter.
    • More than 700 engines have been manufactured and 3500 engines overhauled & repaired for various customers.

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