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Ka-50 Black Shark III Quick Reference

V-SPEEDS

Speed	Value	Description
Vy	150 km/h	Best rate of climb
Vne	315 km/h	Never exceed
Cruise	250 km/h	Normal cruise
Autorotation	120–140 km/h	Best auto speed
ETL	30–40 km/h	Effective translational lift

POWER SETTINGS

Phase	Setting
Takeoff	MAX torque
Climb	90–95% torque
Cruise	80–85% torque
Hover (IGE)	75–85% torque
Max Continuous	95%

FLAP SCHEDULE

Setting	Max Speed	Use
N/A	-	No flaps - helicopter

ENGINE LIMITS

Parameter	Value
Max EGT (Continuous)	590 °C
Max EGT (Starting)	600 °C
Max N1	100%
Rotor RPM Range	95–100%
Oil Pressure	3–5 kg/cm²
Oil Temp Max	100 °C

KEY NUMBERS

Parameter	Value
Internal Fuel	1,487 kg
Endurance	~1.5 hrs
Vikhr Missiles	12 (max loadout)
2A42 Cannon Rounds	460 (30mm)
Max G	+3.5 / −0.5
Hover Ceiling (IGE)	4,000 m
Rate of Climb	10 m/s
Max Crosswind	20 kts

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AIRCRAFT BRIEF

The Kamov Ka-50 'Black Shark' is a Russian single-seat attack helicopter featuring a unique coaxial rotor system that eliminates the need for a tail rotor. First flying in 1982, it was the world's first operational helicopter equipped with a pilot ejection system. The coaxial design provides exceptional maneuverability and the ability to perform aerobatic maneuvers impossible for conventional helicopters.

RANGE VISUALIZER

Startup Walkthrough

SPECIFICATIONS

manufacturer: Kamov Design Bureau
first Flight: 1982
role: Attack helicopter
crew: 1 pilot
engines: 2x Klimov TV3-117VMA (2,200 shp each)
max Speed: 390 km/h (211 kts)
range: 1,180 km (637 nmi)
ceiling: 18,000 ft
weight: 10,800 kg (MTOW)

Sources: Kamov Ka-50 - Wikipedia, Chuck's Guide - DCS Ka-50, Ka-50 Black Shark - Airforce Technology