FORBES FIELD, TOPEKA, KANSAS

Sikorsky CH-53A Sea Stallion

 


TECHNICAL NOTES:
Manufacturer: Sikorsky
Primary Use: Transport
Transport capability:
Engine: Two General Electric T64-GE-6 turboshaft engines rated at 1,850 shp each
Maximum speed:
Service ceiling: 21,000 ft (6,400m)
Cruising speed: 173 mph (278kph)
Max Speed: 196 mph (315 kph)
Range: 257 miles (413km)
Climb:
Main Rotor Diameter: 72 ft 3 in (22.0m)
Length: 88 ft 2 in (26.8m)
Height: 17 ft 1 in (5.2m)
Height to top of Rotors: 24 fy 11 in (7.6m)
Weight: Empty 22,900 lbs (10,385kg); Gross 42,000 lbs (19,047kg)
Armament:
Serial number: USNavy BuNo. 152399

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