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It is built around a gas generator with two centrifugal compressor stages, coupled to a single-stage high-pressure turbine. The power turbine comprises two stages. The engine is controlled by a dual-channel Engine Electronic Control Unit (EECU). With its simple and modular design, the Ardiden offers very low cost of maintenance and ownership. It is designed to develop a power from 1,200 to 2,000 shp and satisfy the most demanding mission requirements, while retaining full performance under high altitude and hot temperature conditions. |
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The Ardiden is intended for helicopters in the 5 to 8-ton class. For its first application, the Dhruv, a first engine variant christened the Ardiden 1H1 (or "Shakti" in India), offering a power of 1,400 shp, is jointly developed and producted with HAL. The Ardiden 3, from 1,700 to 2,000 shp, is dedicated to 6 up to 8 tons helicopter market. |