Shcherbakov Shche-2
The Shcherbakov Shche-2 (Russian: Ще-2, produced 1943–1946), also known as the TS-1 and nicknamed "Pike", was a twin-engined utility aircraft manufactured in the Soviet Union, designed by Alexei Shcherbakov for construction by OKB-47, to meet an urgent requirement for a light transport and liaison aircraft for operation by the Soviet Air Force during the Second World War. Proving to be successful, it remained in service for a number of years post-war in both civilian and military roles in the Soviet Union, and with the air forces of several allied nations. 550 built, in use until 1956 (USSR) and 1960 (foreign users).
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- Manufacturer
- Aleksei Shcherbakov
- Category
- Transport & cargo
- Country of origin
- Soviet Union
- First flight
- 1942-02-01
Specifications
- Cruise speed
- 84 kt
- Max speed
- 84 kt
- Range
- 530 nm
- Service ceiling
- 9,800 ft
- Rate of climb
- 236 ft/min
- Max takeoff weight
- 8,157 lb
- Empty weight
- 4,927 lb
- Powerplant
- 2 × Shvetsov M-11 radial engines
- Engines
- 2
- Seats
- 16
- Length
- 46.8 ft
- Wingspan
- 67.5 ft
- Number built
- 550
Specifications are approximate and may vary by variant. Compiled from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA).
Reference and training only. Specifications vary by variant — consult the manufacturer and the official documents.