AG600 Kunlong
Type: special_mission
Domain: air
Country of Origin: China
Manufacturer: AVIC
Overview
The AG600 Kunlong (Jilong) is the world's largest amphibious aircraft, developed by AVIC for maritime patrol, search and rescue, and firefighting missions. With a hull optimized for water takeoffs and landings, the AG600 has significant military utility for South China Sea patrol and surveillance, island resupply, and special operations insertion over water. The military version is anticipated to carry maritime surveillance sensors.
Technical Specifications
| crew | 4-6 flight crew + mission crew |
|---|---|
| range | 4,500 km |
| engine | 4× WJ-6 turboprop (3,812 shp each) |
| length | 37 m |
| weight | 53,500 kg MTOW |
| ceiling | 9,000 m |
| wingspan | 38.8 m |
| max_speed | 500 km/h |
| water_load | 12 tonnes fire retardant |
Operators
- China
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