| Main Characteristics |
| Maximum Diameter (m) |
0.50 |
| Length (m) |
1.815 |
| Weight (kg) |
182 |
| Power(shp) |
543 |
| Specific Fuel Consumption (kg / kg-hr) |
0.346 |
Artouste IIIB Engine powers both Cheetah and Chetak helicopters. The Engine manufacture commenced in 1962 under licence from Turbomeca, France. Division also has facility for Repair & Overhaul of these engines.
Features:
- Side air intake, an axial and a centrifugal compressor connected to three stage turbine.
- The power output is 543 SHP at 33500 RPM. The reduction gear box in the front transfers the power to helicopter.
- More than 700 engines have been manufactured and 3500 engines overhauled & repaired for various customers.