Kamov Ka-32 S

6 aircraft

The Kamov Ka-32A represents a groundbreaking achievement in heavy-lift helicopter design, being the first civilian coaxial-rotor helicopter to achieve widespread international certification and operational success. First flown as a prototype on December 24, 1973, this twin-engine turboshaft helicopter features distinctive counter-rotating coaxial rotors eliminating the need for a tail rotor, accommodating up to 18 passengers or 5,000 kilograms of external cargo. With a maximum takeoff weight of 12,600 kilograms and powered by two 2,400-horsepower Klimov turboshaft engines, the Ka-32A was manufactured by JSC KumAPP in Kumertau, Russia.