Who makes the engines for the A400M?
Europrop International
The Europrop International TP400-D6 is an 11,000 shp (8,200 kW) powerplant, developed and produced by Europrop International for the Airbus A400M Atlas military transport aircraft….Europrop TP400.
| TP400 | |
|---|---|
| National origin | Multinational |
| Manufacturer | Europrop International |
| First run | 28 October 2005 |
| Major applications | Airbus A400M |
What is the most powerful turboprop engine?
Kuznetsov NK-12
The Kuznetsov NK-12 is a Soviet turboprop engine of the 1950s, designed by the Kuznetsov design bureau. The NK-12 drives two large four-bladed contra-rotating propellers, 5.6 m (18 ft) diameter (NK-12MA), and 6.2 m (20 ft) diameter (NK-12MV). It is the most powerful turboprop engine to enter service.
What fuel do turboprops use?
Jet fuel
Jet fuel (Jet A-1 type aviation fuel, also called JP-1A) is used globally in the turbine engines (jet engines, turboprops) in civil aviation. This is a carefully refined, light petroleum. The fuel type is kerosene. Jet A-1 has a flash point higher than 38°C and a freezing point of -47°C.
Is a turboprop engine a jet engine?
The main difference between a turboprop and a jet is that a turboprop is a jet engine turning a propeller. Turboprops are a hybrid of jet engines and the more traditional piston engine propeller that you see on smaller, lightweight airplanes. This does not mean turboprops are slow or fly low compared to jets, however.
How many troops can a Hercules carry?
92
As a troop carrier, the Hercules can carry 92 fully armed men, while for airborne operations 64 paratroops can be dispatched in two simultaneous “sticks” through the fuselage side doors. Alternatively, 40 paratroops can jump from the rear loading ramp. As an air ambulance the aircraft can accommodate 74 stretchers.
How many horsepower does Europrop TP400-D6 turboprop engine have?
Delivering an output of more than 11,000 shaft horsepower at sea level and a three-shaft configuration combining state-of-the-art engine modules With a high autonomy of 4,800 nm (8900 km), the TP400-D6 can power extended round trip sorties from its main operating base
When was the first flight of Europrop TP400?
In June 2008, the TP400 had a first ground run on the inboard port wing of the C-130 K engine testbed, and integration was completed onto the first A400M production aircraft. After 24 hours of ground runs and taxi trials, the first flight of a single TP400-D6 engine took place on 17 December 2008.
When was Europrop awarded the A400M engine contract?
On 6 May, amidst pressure from European political and business leaders, Airbus awarded a USD$3.4 billion contract to Europrop to produce 900 engines for the A400M, despite accusations of European protectionism.
Is the TP400-D6 turboprop owned by Rolls Royce?
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