HESA Shahed 274
HESA (IAMI) · Iran · first flew 1997 · helicopter
The Shahed 274 is an Iranian light utility helicopter derived from the Bell 206 JetRanger, developed for observation, search and rescue and light cargo tasks.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, rotary |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × turboshaft, fuselage-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 9 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Bell 206-based light utility helicopter
- Two-blade main and tail rotors
- Upper and lower fins on the tail boom
Identify it by its JetRanger-like proportions, two-blade main and tail rotors and enclosed five-seat cabin. Twin skids support the airframe, and upper and lower fins sit at the end of the tail boom.
Specifications
- The HESA Shahed 274 has a length of 9 m (30 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 10 m (33 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 180 km/h (112 mph).
- Typical crew: 1 (5 seats).
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History
It was developed through the 1990s under a Revolutionary Guard research programme carrying the internal designation X-5. The prototype flew in 1997 and the aircraft was publicly unveiled in Tehran at the end of 2000. It became the parent for the later composite Shahed 278.
Variants
The 274 exists essentially as a single utility model, with only a few airframes confirmed built. Its metal fuselage makes it heavier than the composite 278 that followed. Planned larger production runs do not appear to have been realised.
Where you'll see it
The type has no UK relevance and is operated in very small numbers by Iranian forces. It served chiefly as a technology demonstrator and light liaison machine. Its main significance is as the starting point of Iran's indigenous JetRanger-class line.
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