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A Eurocopter EC135 in UK Police livery hovers over a grassy field, ready for public safety duties.
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Police H135
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
EC135
Model
EC135
Manufacturer
Airbus Helicopters (formerly Eurocopter)
Airline
UK Police (National Police Air Service livery)
Livery
UK Police (yellow and dark blue, high-visibility markings)
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Turbomeca Arrius 2B2 or Pratt & Whitney Canada PW206B
Thrust
Each engine: 473-528 kW (634-708 shp)
Wingspan
Main rotor diameter: 10.20 meters
Length
12.16 meters
Height
3.51 meters
MTOW
2,980 kilograms
Range
635 kilometers
Capacity
Up to 7 people
Cruise Speed
254 kilometers per hour
Noise Rating
85-87 dB (Low noise, popular for urban operations)
Camera
Device
Nikon D3300
Lens
55-300mm