Harbin SH-5
Summary
| Category | Other aircraft |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| First flight | 3 April 1976 |
| Year of introduction | 1986 |
| Number produced | 7 units |
Description
The Harbin SH-5 is a military aircraft developed by Harbin Aircraft Industry Group for maritime patrol and reconnaissance missions. Introduced in the late 1960s, it was primarily used by the People's Liberation Army Navy of China. The aircraft was designed to meet the specific requirements of anti-submarine warfare and maritime surveillance missions. It features a high-wing configuration with fixed landing gear and is powered by turboprop engines. Capable of carrying various sensors, the SH-5 has been deployed in coastal surveillance, sea rescues, and anti-submarine operations. While no longer in production, the SH-5 has remained in service with several military forces worldwide.
Technical specifications
| Version: SH-5 | |
|---|---|
| Maximum speed | 556 km/h (345 mph) |
| Wing area | 144 m² (1550.0 sqft) |
| Wingspan | 36 m (118.1 ft) |
| Height | 9.8 m (32.2 ft) |
| Length | 38.9 m (127.6 ft) |
| Service ceiling | 10250 m (33629 ft) |
| Empty weight | 26500 kg (58422 lbs) |
| Max. takeoff weight | 45000 kg (99208 lbs) |
| Climb rate | 9.0 m/s (29.5 ft/s) |
| Powerplant | 4 × turboprops Dongan WJ5A delivering 2349 kW |
Current operating countries
| Country | Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
China | 3 | |
Numbers in parentheses, e.g. '(+5)', indicate units ordered but not yet delivered.