Microturbo Cougar 022 Turbojet
Click on image for larger version Image © Ewan McArthur 2014
The Microturbo Cougar 022 Jet was used in Turana target drones which were in turn developed from the Ikara missile. The Turana was designed to use the same lunch system as the Ikara and built to survive 10 flights. The engine was designed for 20 missions including seawater immersion. It was able to be recovered after a mission by parachuting into water.
During testing, the Turana made target runs as low as 37 ft. With the Cougar engine installed the Turana had a max speed of 390 knots, a range of 325 miles and endurance of 55 minutes
During testing, the Turana made target runs as low as 37 ft. With the Cougar engine installed the Turana had a max speed of 390 knots, a range of 325 miles and endurance of 55 minutes
|
TECHNICAL DATA
Type Engine Length Engine Diameter Maximum Thrust Weight Range |
Single Shaft Turbojet 27.8 in (70.61 cm) 11.1 in (28.19 cm) 176lbs 64 lbs (29.03 kgs) 325 miles (523 km) |