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// A109 LUH (NZ) versus Sioux

Indicative Performance Comparison

The performance comparisons below assume ‘standard’ operational configurations and crews noting that these configurations can vary depending on the mission being undertaken, the weather conditions and threat environment in which the mission is being conducted.  Consequently, the performance figures below are indicative, not absolute.

Indicative A109 LUH (NZ) vs Sioux Performance Comparison.
A109 LUH Sioux
Overall Length – Rotors turning 12.94 m 13.1 m
Rotor Diameter 10.83 m 11.3 m
Height 3.4 m 2.7 m
Maximum Take-Off Weight 3175 kg 1338 kg
Empty Weight 2250 kg 953 kg
Maximum number of passenger seats (Non tactical loading and unequipped passengers) 6 2
Practical maximum number of passengers 3 - 4 1
Maximum Cruise Speed 285 kph 120 kph
Maximum Range (with auxiliary fuel) 650 km 270 km
Maximum Under-slung Load over a radius of 50 km 500 km Nil
Roles

Advanced Pilot Training,

Crewman Training,

Counter Terrorism,

Light Utility,

Basic Pilot Training.

Basic Pilot Training