KUH-1

Korean Utility Helicopter - Surion

Surion is evolving into a world-class helicopter

The KUH-1, as known as Surion, is the multi-role utility helicopter. The Surion, complete with excellent maneuverability and a world-class hovering capability features cutting-edge avionics system.

The copters have been deployed in the Republic of Korea Army(RoKA) for operation since the end of 2012 and carry out missions including troop transport, airfreight, contributing to strengthening military power.

KAI continues to expand the scope of operation by development and modification of the military variants such as Amphibious for Marine Corps and MEDEVAC but also para-public uses for National Police Agency, Coast Guard, Firefighting and forest service and so on.

Key Points

Key Points

Specifications

  • 146 kts

  • 19,200 lbs

  • 1,855 shp X 2

  • 7.62 mm Machine Gun

  • 13 (Include 2 Pilots)

Current Status

Military
  • KUH Current Status
Commercial
  • KUH Current Status

Rotary Wing