4500-500 BROADCASTER
For Hughes Model 500 Series Helicopters
This hard mount, light-weight broadcaster for Hughes model 500 series
helicopters features external mounted fiberglass side tanks, level sensors
with cockpit display, and micro-adjustable metering to allow accurate
and infinite flow rates.
System Components
- Tank Assembly: External mounted fiberglass side tanks mounted to aircraft hard-points and cargo hook attachments with large loading ports. Uses quick-disconnect pins for easy removal/installation.
- Level Sensors: Sensor inside tank with cockpit display.
- Metering Gate: Micro-adjustable metering allows accurate and infinite flow rates.
- Cyclic Control: Provides cockpit control and readout of tank levels, gate position and operating status. Pilot has control of individual hoppers or both simultaneously.
Specifications
SpecificationsRecommended for McDonnell Douglas (Hughes)
500 C, D, E, F, FF and N Helicopters
500 C, D, E, F, FF and N Helicopters
| Net Weight | 198 lbs. |
| Gross Weight | 1200 lbs. |
| System Capacity | 20 cu ft. |
| Flow Rate | 1 to 150 lbs/acre |
| Maximum Payload (per tank) | 400 lbs. |
| Amperage Draw | 95 amps |
| Power Requirements | 24VDC |
| VNE | 80 knots |