Specifications |
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| Type: | Turboshaft |
| Turbine: | 2x gas generator turbine stages + 1x free power turbine stage |
| Compressor: | 10 stage axial-flow |
| Displacement: | 176 cu. in |
| Weight: | 285 lbs. |
| Power Output: | 1,250 hp |
| Year: | 1958 |
| NEAM Id: | 21 |
| Location: | Civil Hangar |
Courtesy of the National Museum of Naval Aviation
Born from a proposal to the U.S. Navy in 1953 for an advanced helicopter engine, the T58 first flew in February, 1957 and quickly gained popularity with helicopter manufacturers.
This early example powered a Kaman HU2K-1 Seasprite. Another engine of the same version was used in the Kaman K-16B experimental VTOL aircraft.
Variants of the the T58 were used in aircraft included:
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