Sikorsky MH-53E Sea Dragon

General Data
First Flown:	unknown	Length:	99.5 ft
Lift Capability:	26,000 lb	Height:	28 ft 4 in
Range:	~800 nm	Rotor Span:	79 ft
Top Speed:	170 kts	Empty Weight:	36,336 lb
Service Ceiling:	unknown	Max Gross Weight:	at take off 73,500 lb
Engines:	3 General Electric T64-GE-419 turboshafts rated at 13,140 shp combined
Armament:	n/a
Accommodations:	3 crew, 55 troops	Cargo:	26,000 lb
Operators:	US Navy, Japan

Similar Aircraft:	H-53 Family
Other Features:	S-80 is the Japan Defense Agency Version


Notes
This is a specialized helicopter that provides mine-sweeping capabilities for the US Navy.
It is a member of the H-53 family but is significantly different to have its own listing.

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