Kamov Ka-31



Role Airborne early warning
Manufacturer Kamov
First flight 1983
Introduction 1995
Status In service
Primary users Russian Navy
Indian Navy
People's Liberation Army Navy
Produced 1985-
Number built >35
Unit cost $23 million (1999 rates)

General characteristics
  • Crew: Two (Pilot+NSO)
  • Length: 12.5m
  • Rotor diameter: 2x 14.50 m
  • Height: 5.6m
  • Max. takeoff weight: 12,200kg
  • Powerplant: 2 × Isotov TV3-117VMAR turboshaft, 1633 kW (2217.7 hp) each
Performance
  • Maximum speed: 250 km/h (135 knots)
  • Cruise speed: 205 km/h (110 knots)
  • Range: 600 km
  • Service ceiling: 3500 m