Simourgh Iranian Light Transport Aircraft
Light Transport Aircraft
Other
Basic Information
Name
Simourgh Iranian Light Transport Aircraft
Designation
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Alternate Designation
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Equipment Type
Light Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer
HESA
Date of Introduction
2022
Description
The Simourgh Iranian Light Transport Aircraft is a modified version of the Iranian IrAn-140 turboprop airliner (itself based on An-140) and is suitable for transporting goods or even troops.
Air & Air Defense Specifications
Crew
2
Engine
Turboprop
Max Speed
500.0 km/h
Range
3900.0 km
System
Alternate Designation(s)
Simourgh
Type
Light Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer
Iran Aircraft Manufacturing Industrial Company (HESA)
Crew
2 ea
Number of Engines
2 ea
Cargo Capacity
6 tons. Simourgh is suitable for transporting cargo (Including 463L standard pallets, light vehicles and aircraft engines), evacuation of injured people (Able to carry 24 stretchers) or carry paratroopers.
Takeoff/Landing
The minimum runway length needed for takeoff is 1450m and for landing is 900m
Dimensions
Length
23.0 m
Width (Wing Span)
25.0 m
Height
8.0 m
Weight
INA
Automotive
Engine Name
2 x TV3-117
Engine Type
Turboprop
Engine Power
INA
Maximum Range
3,900 km
Maximum Speed
500 km/h
Service Ceiling
INA
Protection
Stealth Properties
None
Heat Signature Reduction
No
EW Counter Measures
INA
Chaffs/Flares
INA
Image Sources
Notes
https://aviationweek.com/defense-space/aircraft-propulsion/irans-first-transport-turboprop-prepares-first-flight; https://www.defensemirror.com/news/35674/Iran_s__Simorgh__Regional_Transport_Aircraft_Undergoing_Initial_Flight_Tests; https://www.thedefensepost.com/2022/05/20/iran-simorgh-transport-aircraft/;
Details
Country of Origin
Iran
Category
Fixed Wing Aircraft
Air > Fixed Wing Aircraft
Filter Label
S
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
23 m
Width
25 m
Height
8 m
Weight
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Operators (1)
Iran
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