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MTR390

The MTR390 is a free-power-turbine turboshaft family developed by MTU Aero Engines, Safran Helicopter Engines and Rolls-Royce for the Tiger helicopter. A separate power turbine delivers shaft power, while modular construction and digital control support operation and maintenance. The baseline MTR390-2C and enhanced MTR390-E are distinct versions. MTU identifies ITP Aero as an additional partner in the -E development and reports a 14 percent power increase over the baseline, rather than one rating shared by both versions.

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MTR390MTR390-2CMTR390-E
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turboshaft
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MTR390
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The MTR390 is a free-power-turbine turboshaft family developed by MTU Aero Engines, Safran Helicopter Engines and Rolls-Royce for the Tiger helicopter. A separate power turbine delivers shaft power, while modular construction and digital control support operation and maintenance. The baseline MTR390-2C and enhanced MTR390-E are distinct versions. MTU identifies ITP Aero as an additional partner in the -E development and reports a 14 percent power increase over the baseline, rather than one rating shared by both versions.
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August 6, 2026 at 18:57:19 UTC
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October 17, 2026 at 12:28:28 UTC

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