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Alvin 171 Grasshopper

1,342 BOSS06  2.5 years ago

Back in the 1950s, Alvin Corp needed a small observation aircraft whether that be a plane or helicopter. In the end Alvin found a perfect helicopter to modify and turn it into a proper observation aircraft, they took a Bristol Sycamore and changed the body shape to be more appropriate for observation purposes. Alvin also added a more powerful and torqey which meaned they had to make the helicopter taller and wider to be able to fit the huge engine, also thanks to the increase in size, Alvin were able to add more equiptment and avionics which make it more advanced than the Sycamore. Primary users of the helicopter are Australia, United Kingdom and the USAF ordered a couple for testing and also converting them to ground attack fighters. 1 for lights, hope you enjoy.

General Characteristics

  • Created On Windows
  • Wingspan 42.6ft (13.0m)
  • Length 56.3ft (17.1m)
  • Height 11.2ft (3.4m)
  • Empty Weight 8,037lbs (3,645kg)
  • Loaded Weight 8,524lbs (3,866kg)

Performance

  • Power/Weight Ratio 24.923
  • Wing Loading 417.8lbs/ft2 (2,039.7kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 20.4ft2 (1.9m2)
  • Drag Points 6092

Parts

  • Number of Parts 101
  • Control Surfaces 0
  • Performance Cost 470