Performance of the State-of-the-Art US-2
The development of the US-2 took eight years to complete. Below are some outstanding performance features.
US-2 Specifications
| Dimensions & Performances | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Full length | 33.3m |
| Full Width | 33.2m |
| Overall Height | 9.8m |
| Engine | Rolls-Royce AE2100J x 4 |
| Propeller | Dowty R414 |
| Maximum Takeoff Weight/Distance | 47.7t/490m |
| Maximum Landing Weight/Distance | 47.7t / 1,500m |
| Maximum Lift off Weight/Distance | 43.0t/280m |
| Maximum Landing Weight/Distance | 43.0t/330m |
| Cruising Distance | Over 4,700km |
| Cruising Altitude | 6,100m or more |
| Cruising speed | 480km/h or more |
| Maximum Speed | 580km/h or more |
Takeoff / Landing at Extremely Low Speeds
The world's only amphibian equipped with a BLC (Boundary Layer Control) powered high-lift device, the US-2 can cruise at extremely low speeds (approx. 90 km/h) and take off and land on water within a very short distance.
Outstanding Seaworthiness
ShinMaywa's original spray suppressor and spray strip realize excellent seaworthiness, thereby preventing damage to airframes when landing on water. Together with its capability to cruise at extremely low speeds, the US-2 can take off and land on water with waves up to three meters high.
- 1 groove type wave canceling device
- 2 spray strips
