Chinook ICH-47F

The ICH-47F Chinook helicopter is an AgustaWestland license built variant of the latest development of the world famous Chinook helicopter, the CH-47F, developed for and in service with the US Army.  The ICH-47F customised version of the US variant incorporates  all features to meet the latest requirements of the Italian Army, Secure communications system, Self protection system and Advanced datalink system, the first customer for this helicopter. This new ICH-47F Chinook has a MTOW of 50000 lb, is equipped with high power engines giving it excellent ‘hot and high’ capability and is suitable for operations during day/night, visual and instrument meteorological conditions. The primary tactical mission of the ICH-47F aircraft is to provide air transportation for cargo, troops and weapons within the combat area.  The helicopters payload, long range and high cruise speed make the Chinook a unique asset. In addition, the helicopter is suitable for special support functions, disaster relief and fire fighting.  The Joint Industrial Agreement between AgustaWestland and Boeing also includes a licensing arrangement that enables AgustaWestland to market, sell and produce these “Chinooks” for the United Kingdom, other European countries and several countries in the Mediterranean region.


Weights
Max take Off 22680 kg 50000 lb

Maximum Cargo Weights
Forward Hook 7727 kg 17000 lb
Center Hook 11818 kg 26000 lb
Aft Hook 7727 kg 17000 lb

Engine Rating (2 x Honeywell 55-L-714A)
Take Off power 7125 kW 9554 shp

Transmission Ratings
Engine Box @ 225 rotor RPM 2787 kW 3750 shp
Combining Box @ 225 rotor RPM 5593 kW 7500 shp
Forward Transmission @ 225 rotor RPM 3356 kW 4500 shp
Aft Transmission @ 225 rotor RPM 3356 kW 4500 shp

Internal Dimensions
Length 9.29 m 30.50 ft
Height 1.98 m 6.50 ft
Width 2.29 m 7.50 ft

External Dimensions
Overall length 30.20 m 99.00 ft
Overall height (rotors turning) 5.78 m 19.00 ft
Rotors diameter 18.30 m 60.00 ft
Fuselage Length 15.90 m 52.10 ft
Fuselage Width 3.70 m 12.40 ft
Wheel base – Longitudinal (fwd wheel to aft wheel) 6,86 m 22.50 ft

  • Radar Warning
  • Missile Warning
  • Laser Detecting
  • Chaff/Flare Dispensers
  • External Rescue Hoist
  • High Intensity Search Light
  • Forest Penetrator
  • Fast Rope
  • Helicopter Emergency Egress Lighting System (HEELS)
  • Power Down Ramp
  • Engine Air Particle Separator
  • Fully integrated CAAS cockpit with colour displays
  • HF, VHF/UHF, SATCOM Multiband Radios
  • New Generation IFF
  • Obstacle Warning System
  • Multi-Mode Receiver (VOR/ILS/MB, DGPS, MLS embedded)
  • EO/IR Sensor (FLIR)
  • Weather Radar
  • Homer U/VDF
  • Video Recording
  • Airborne Search & Rescue System
  • Emergency Locator Transmitter
  • Air Traffic Transponder
  • Ramp Machine Gun (.50 caliber)
  • FW RH and LH Machine Guns (.30 caliber)