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A United States Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor sits on the ramp, showcasing its distinctive dynamic nacelles and folding rotors.
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The V-22 Osprey’s ability to convert between vertical and horizontal flight is achieved by tilting the rotors and engines—a revolutionary feature in modern aviation.
Aircraft identity
Registration
5944
ICAO Type
MV-22B
Model
V-22 Osprey
Manufacturer
Bell/Boeing
Airline
United States Marine Corps
Airline Code
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Livery
United States Marine Corps Gray
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
Rolls-Royce AE 1107C-Liberty
Thrust
6,150 shp (4,590 kW) per engine
Wingspan
14.0 m (45 ft 11 in)
Length
17.5 m (57 ft 4 in)
Height
5.1 m (17 ft 1 in)
MTOW
27,443 kg (60,500 lb)
Range
1,628 km (1,011 mi, 879 nmi) with internal fuel
Capacity
24 troops or up to 9,070 kg (20,000 lb) of internal cargo
Cruise Speed
509 km/h (316 mph, 275 kn)
Noise Rating
Not widely published; meets US military standards