Bell UH-1H Iroquois

History

Bell (model 205A-1) UH-1H (1965-1986) is identical to the UH-1D but is equipped with an upgraded engine that allows transport of up to 13 troops. The UH-1H has a two-bladed semi-rigid seesaw bonded all-metal main rotor and a two-bladed rigid delta hinge bonded all-metal tail rotor. A single LYCOMING T53-L-13B 1400 shp, turboshaft engine powers the UH-1H. More UH-1H Huey’s were built than any other model.

In a ceremony Tuesday morning, February 21, 1995, The Rhode Island Agency for Federal Surplus and the Rhode Island Army National Guard presented the Bell UH-1H Huey Helicopter complementing the museums collection of helicopters. Many examples saw action in the Vietnam War. Total production of the UH-1H was 5,435.

Specification

Description

Manufacturer: Bell Helicopter Company
Designation: UH-1
Version: H
Name: Iroquois
Nickname: Huey
Type: Utility/general purpose
Army Serial Number: 64-13492

Dimensions

Fuselage Length: 41 ft 10 in
Height: 14 ft 6 in
Rotor Diameter: 48 ft

Weights

Empty Weight: 4,973 lb.
Gross Weight: 9,500 lb.

Propulsion

Power plant: Single Lycoming T53-L-13
Horsepower: 1,400 hp

Performance

Range: 318 miles
Cruise Speed: 127 mph
Max. Speed: 127 mph
Ceiling: 13,600 ft

Armament

None