The H125 is a single-engine helicopter, mostly used for utility, passenger transport, surveys, and training.
The H125, a standout in the Ecureuil family, surpasses all other single-engine helicopters in performance, versatility, safety, and cost-efficiency. Known for its resilience in extreme heat and high altitudes, it set records by landing on Mount Everest in 2005. The H125 model boasts the Safran Arriel 2D engine with dual digital engine control (FADEC) and an independent system for seamless start-up and engine management, enhancing operational reliability and ease of use.
Capacity | |||
Configuration | Pilot | Passenger | |
High density version | 1 | 6 | |
Standard version | 1 | 5 | |
Comfort version | 1 | 4/5 | |
Air medical transportation | |||
Configuration | Pilot | Doctor | Stretcher |
Casualty evacuation | 1 | 2 | 1 |
Load transportation | |||
Configuration | Pilot | Load in Cabin | |
Cargo carrying | 1 | 105.9 ft3 (3 m3) |
Weights | |||
Maximum takeoff weight With the optional “kit to increase Internal Gross Weight” | 4,960 lb / 2,250 kg 5,225 lb / 2,370 kg | ||
Maximum takeoff weight with external load | 6,172 lb / 2,800 kg | ||
Maximum cargo-swing load | 3,086 lb / 1,400 kg |
Engine | 1 SAFRAN ARRIEL 2D turbine engine | ||
Takeoff power | 847 shp / 632 kW |
Performance at Max. GROSS WEIGHT, ISA, SL | |||
Maximum speed (Vne) | 155 kts / 287 km/hr | ||
Fast cruise speed | 140 kts / 345 nm | ||
Range with standard tank | 127 kts / 638 km | ||
Max Endurance | 4 hrs 23 min | ||
Rate of climb | 1,959 ft/min / 10 m per sec | ||
Service ceiling | 16,550 ft / 5,044 m | ||
Hover ceiling IGE | 13,200 ft / 4,023 m | ||
Hover ceiling OGE | 11,100 ft / 3,383 m |
Operation Limitations | |||
Maximum altitude (PA) | 23,000 ft / 7,010 m | ||
Minimum temperature | – 40°C / – 40°C | ||
Maximum temperature | ISA + 35°C / + 95°F, limited to + 50°C / + 122°F |