Law Enforcement AircraftRotary WingUH-72B LakotahelicopterutilityLakotaUH-72B
ManufacturerAirbus Helicopters
Key Features
- Full-authority digital engine control
- Helionix avionics suite
- Fenestron shrouded tail rotor
- Low direct operating cost
Mission Use Cases
- Rotary-wing flight training
- Homeland security patrol
- MEDEVAC and disaster response
Product Overview
The UH-72B Lakota is a light utility helicopter used for rotary-wing training, homeland-security patrol, medical evacuation, and general support, with low operating cost and a commercial sustainment base.
Model Comparison
Rotary-Wing Platform Comparison
Published planning figures across the utility, attack, heavy-lift, maritime, and light-utility rotary-wing platforms in the catalog.
| Specification | UH-60M Utility | AH-64E Attack | CH-47F Heavy lift | MH-60R Maritime |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Role & Crew | ||||
| Primary role | Air assault and utility lift | Armed reconnaissance and attack | Heavy-lift cargo and troop movement | Anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare |
| Crew | 2 pilots + 2 crew | 2 (pilot / CPG) | 3 (2 pilots + flight engineer) | 3–4 |
| Passengers | Up to 11 troops | None | Up to 33 troops | Mission crew / limited |
| Powerplant | ||||
| Engines | 2 × T700-GE-701D | 2 × T700-GE-701D | 2 × T55-GA-714A | 2 × T700-GE-401C |
| Power (each) | 1,994 shp | 1,994 shp | 4,777 shp | 1,900 shp |
| Weights & Lift | ||||
| Max gross weight | 22,000 lb | 23,000 lb | 50,000 lb | 23,500 lb |
| External lift | 9,000 lb single hook | Not applicable | 26,000 lb center hook | 6,000 lb cargo hook |
| Rescue hoist | Optional 600 lb | Not fitted | Optional 600 lb | Standard 600 lb |
| Performance | ||||
| Cruise speed | ≈ 152 kt | ≈ 150 kt | ≈ 160 kt | ≈ 145 kt |
| Range (internal fuel) | ≈ 240–280 nm | ≈ 260 nm | ≈ 400 nm | ≈ 450 nm |
| Service ceiling | 19,000 ft | 20,000 ft | 18,500 ft | 12,000 ft |
Figures are drawn from publicly released manufacturer and service data and are provided for comparison and planning reference only, not for flight planning.
Product Line & Options
UH-72B Lakota with configurable mission and support options.
- MEDEVAC interior
- EO/IR sensor and searchlight
- Cargo hook and rescue hoist
Product Specs
Engines
2 × Safran Arriel 2E
Max gross weight
8,157 lb
Cruise speed
≈ 133 kt
Range
≈ 370 nm
Seats
Up to 8 plus crew
Pricing & Quotation
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