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Kamov Ka-52 Alligator (Hokum-B)


Two-Seat Armed Reconnaissance / Attack Helicopter


Russia | 2010



"The Russian Helicopters Ka-52 Alligator attack helicopter is an improved two-seat variant of the original single-seat Kamov Ka-50 assault system."

Power & Performance
Those special qualities that separate one aircraft design from another. Performance specifications presented assume optimal operating conditions for the Kamov Ka-52 Alligator (Hokum-B) Two-Seat Armed Reconnaissance / Attack Helicopter.
2 x Klimov VK-2500 OR VK-2500P turboshaft engines developing 2,500 shaft horsepower each while driving 2 x three-bladed main rotors.
Propulsion
186 mph
300 kph | 162 kts
Max Speed
18,045 ft
5,500 m | 3 miles
Service Ceiling
684 miles
1,100 km | 594 nm
Operational Range
Structure
The nose-to-tail, wingtip-to-wingtip physical qualities of the Kamov Ka-52 Alligator (Hokum-B) Two-Seat Armed Reconnaissance / Attack Helicopter.
2
(MANNED)
Crew
52.5 ft
16.00 m
O/A Length
47.6 ft
(14.50 m)
O/A Width
16.2 ft
(4.93 m)
O/A Height
16,976 lb
(7,700 kg)
Empty Weight
23,810 lb
(10,800 kg)
MTOW
Armament
Available supported armament and special-mission equipment featured in the design of the Kamov Ka-52 Alligator (Hokum-B) Two-Seat Armed Reconnaissance / Attack Helicopter provided across 6 hardpoints.
STANDARD:
1 x 30mm 2A42-1 fuselage automatic cannon (starboard side, limited traversal).

OPTIONAL:
16 x Air-to-Surface anti-tank missiles OR 6 x Rocket Pods / Cannon Pods across six underwing hardpoints.


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Hardpoints Key:


Centerline
Wingroot(L)
Wingroot(R)
Wing
Wingtip
Internal
Not Used
Variants
Notable series variants as part of the Kamov Ka-52 Alligator (Hokum-B) family line.
Ka-52 "Alligator" - Base Series Designation
Ka-52K - Maritime attack model for shipborne operations; folding main rotor head; reinforced undercarriage; anti-corrosion coating; maritime ordnance support.
Ka-52M - Modernized variant; first-flight in August 2020.
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The Kamov Ka-52 "Alligator" (Hokum-B) is an upgraded form of the original Ka-50 "Hokum" attack helicopter line. While the Ka-50 utilized a single-seat cockpit, the most notable difference in the new mark is the twin-seat, side-by-side cockpit. Development of this attack helicopter began in 1994 leading to a first flight recorded on June 25th, 1997. While the Ka-52 includes a radar suite, additional crewmember, and all-new designation it more or less retains the same form and function as well as armament capabilities of the original. Additionally, the platform supports all-weather, day/night attack environments due to its various upgrades that include FLIR, TV sighting, helmet-mounted sighting, laser rangefinder, and mast-mounted radar antenna.

The Ka-52 is billed as an armed reconnaissance and combat platform able to take on the roles of assault, Close-Air Support (CAS), convoy protection, and armed patrolling. The helicopter maintains its weaponry under its short wingstub assemblies which allow for four underwing hardpoints. Onboard countermeasures, including signature reduction features, chaff/flare dispensers, and crew/critical systems armoring enhances battlefield survivability. Each pilot is also afforded K-37-800M shock-absorbing ejection seats. The twin-seat arrangement sports control redundancy meaning either pilot can manage the flight control aspects of the helicopter. The avionics suite is all-modern (complete with a high level of automation for reduced crew workloads) and the weapons suite flexible to support a broad range of weaponry. Attention has also been given to reduced maintenance and repair times by providing for better accessibility of key systems and components.

The Alligator features the Kamov helicopter trademark coaxial main rotors arrangement (2 x three-bladed systems) which eliminate the need for a countering tail rotor unit (this also increased battlefield survivability to an extent). These main rotors are driven by 2 x Klimov VK-2500 series turboshaft engines which support "hot-and-high" operations as well as cold weather service. Performance includes a maximum speed of 300 kmh with a cruising speed nearing 260 kmh. Ferry range is 1,100 kilometers with a combat radius of about 460 kilometers. Its operational service ceiling reaches 5,500 meters.

The Ka-52 carries a 30mm 2A42-1 cannon along the starboard side of its fuselage. There is limited traversal given which requires the pilots to position the entire aircraft in the direction of fire but overall accuracy is said to be better than that of a turreted chin gun seen in other modern attack helicopters. Beyond this standard installation, the wingstubs of the helicopter support Anti-Tank Guided Missiles (ATGMs), rockets, rocket pods, gun pods, and cannon pods as required.

To date, the Ka-52 has only been adopted by the Russian Air Force with possible plans to feature it in the Russian Navy as well dependent upon successful procurement of a new amphibious warship / helicopter carrier. The Air Force is planning on a Ka-52 stock of 140 helicopters with the Navy adding a possible 40 more units.

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April 2017 - Testing is ongoing on a maritime version of the Ka-52 attack helicopter. This version is designated as Ka-52K and has received various modifications for its intended over-water role including corrosion-resistant materials, unique rescue systems and comm suite, and crewspace ejection system. The type is intended to be operated from warships.

August 2020 - The Ka-52M, a modernized form of the Ka-52 attack helicopter series, achieved first-flight in an August 10th, 2020 exercise at Arseniev.

July 2021 - An all-modern production version of the Ka-52M was showcased at MAKS 2021.

August 2021 - Russian Helicopters have been given the green light to upgrade the Russian Ka-52 fleet with modern avionics and sensors (the aforementioned Ka-52M).

Operators
Global customers who have evaluated and/or operated the Kamov Ka-52 Alligator (Hokum-B). Nations are displayed by flag, each linked to their respective national aircraft listing.

Total Production: 84 Units

Contractor(s): Kamov / Russian Helicopters - Russia
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