The Hungarian Ministry of Defence has ordered 16 H225M multi-purpose helicopters equipped with the HForce weapon management system. Together with the helicopters, Airbus will also provide an extensive training and support package to ensure the highest level of operational availability.
“I am thankful for the trust that the Hungarian Government has placed in our company to support its ambitious ‘Zrinyi 2026’ armed forces modernisation programme. Our teams have witnessed the professionalism and enthusiasm of the Hungarian experts and pilots whose contribution has been key to ensuring the success of this project” said Bruno Even, Airbus Helicopters CEO. “This new contract confirms the H225M as a combat-proven, multi-role platform operated by the most demanding military customers worldwide. The Hungarian armed forces will be able to rely on the cost-efficient H145M / H225M tandem that will enable them to cover all of the major military missions, from light utility, tactical transport, combat search and rescue up to light attack.”
The H225Ms selected by Hungary will be equipped with state-of-the-art communication capabilities and will be used for transport, combat search and rescue, and special operations missions. Its state-of-the art avionics and four axis autopilot, exceptional range and payload capacities, combined with a large cabin designed to carry up to 28 troops and powerful air-to-ground and air-to-surface armament as well as electronic warfare systems allow the H225M to carry out the most demanding missions. The helicopter has an all-weather capability supported by its night vision goggle compatibility.
Max weight: 10,472 lbs.
Capacity: 2 pilots + 19 passengers or 10,472 lbs. sling load
Powerplant: 2 Turbomeca Makila 2A
Fast cruise speed: 142 kts
Overall length with blade in front: 63.98 ft.
Minimum width with all blades: 53.14 ft.
Overall width with 2 blades folded: 13.45 ft.
Empty weight of standard aircraft: 12,332 lbs.
Maximum takeoff weight: 24,251 lbs.
Useful load: 11,918 lbs.
Maximum takeoff weight (with external load): 24,690 lbs.
Usable fuel capacity (standard tank): 674 gal.
Powerplant: 2 Turbomeca Makila 2A1
Cabin volume: 547.30 cu. ft.
Baggage compartment volume: Continuous Cabin
Standard seating capacity: 2+19
Maximum speed (VNE): 175 kts.
Fast cruise speed at SL: 142 kts.
Rate of climb at SL: 1,062 ft/min.
Service ceiling: 13,181 ft.
Hover ceiling IGE: 6,350 ft.
Hover ceiling OGE: 2,607 ft.
Range at SL with standard tank: 452 nm.
