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Bell H-12

Bell H-12

The Bell R-12 (later redesignated H-12; company Model 48) was an American 1940s military utility helicopter built by the Bell Helicopter company. The design did not go into full production, but over a dozen prototypes were used for various tests and projects.

Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.

Category
Helicopters

Specifications

Cruise speed
78 kt
Max speed
91 kt
Range
260 nm
Service ceiling
12,800 ft
Max takeoff weight
6,286 lb
Powerplant
Pratt & Whitney R-1340-55 Wasp
Engines
1
Seats
10
Length
56.8 ft
Height
11.3 ft
Number built
13

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.