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Leonardo Helicopters AW159 Wildcat

Overview

The Leonardo AW159 Wildcat is a military maritime and battlefield helicopter developed from the Lynx family for the UK and export customers. It performs anti-surface warfare, utility transport, and reconnaissance from ships and land bases. Modern avionics, sensors, and weapons distinguish it from legacy Lynx variants. Naval forces use it as a multi-role shipboard helicopter.

Quick Facts

Range 420 nm
Cruise Speed 143 kt
Max Speed 168 kt

Specifications

ICAO Type CodeLYNX
Length49 ft 10 in
Wingspan / Rotor Diameter42 ft rotor diameter
Height12 ft 3 in
Empty Weight7275 lb
Max Takeoff Weight13228 lb
Cruise Speed143 kt
Max Speed168 kt
Range420 nm
Service Ceiling13000 ft
Engine ManufacturerLHTEC
Engine ModelCTS800
Engine Count2

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Source: Leonardo — AW159