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Mitsubishi H-60

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Mitsubishi H-60

The Mitsubishi H-60 series is a twin-turboshaft engine helicopter based on the Sikorsky UH-60 helicopter family for use by the Japan Self-Defense Forces (JSDF). The SH-60J/K/L are anti-submarine patrol versions for the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF). The UH-60J is a search and rescue version for the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) and JMSDF. The UH-60JA is a utility version for the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF).

Specifications

TypeHelicopter
ManufacturerSikorsky Aircraft, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
Introduced1991
StatusIn service
Crew3
Speed265 km/h
Range584 km
Ceiling5,790 m
Weight9.8 t
Length19.8 m

Operators

CountryQuantityConfidence
Japan—confirmed

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