Our FF72 comes in two versions : FF72-Scooper and FF72-Tanker
FF72 Scooper
Aircraft with similar dimensions as CL-415 but with higher water capacity
| CL-415 | FF72-S | ATR 72 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engines | PW123AF (2380 SHP) | PW127* (2750 SHP) | PW127 (2475 SHP) |
| Empty weight | 28,395 lbs 12,880 kg | 28,219 lbs 12,800 kg | 26,248 lbs 11,906 kg |
| MTOW (from ground) | 43,850 lbs 19,890 kg | 50,706 lbs 23,000 kg | 50,706 lbs 23,000 kg |
| MTOW (from water) | 37,853 lbs 17,170 kg | 35,274 lbs 16,000 kg | – |
| MTOW (after scooping) | 47,091 lbs 21,360 kg | 50,706 lbs 23,000 kg | – |
| Water capacity | 1,622 galUS 6,140 l | 2,113 galUS 8,000 l | – |
| Cruise (True Air Speed) | 14 500 ft 225 kts | 18000 ft** 260 kts | 21000 ft 275 kts |
| Scooping Approach Speed | 90 kts | 98 kts | – |
*With reserve take-off power and enhanced corrosion protection
**With ferry kit
Enhanced scooping performance
- Scoops up to 2100 galUS/8t in less than 12s
- Superior stability, crosswind and wave tolerance
- Optimized vibration absorption
- High plane-to-water clearance
- Emergency gravity water drop in all conditions
FF72 Tanker
Compatible with existing fixed-wing firefighting infrastructure
| FF72-T | ATR 72 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | PW127 (2750 SHP) | PW127 (2475 SHP) |
| Empty weight | 23,148 lbs 10,500 kg | 26,248 lbs 11,906 kg |
| MTOW | 50,706 lbs 23,000 kg | 50,706 lbs 23,000 kg |
| Retardant capacity | 2,400 galUS 22,000 lb 10,00 kg | – |
FF72-Scooper / Tanker
Enhanced dropping performance
- Best-in-class capacity (water 2100 galUS/8t or retardant 2400galUS/10t ), salvo drop (~1.2s) and quality (float-channeling effect) for maximum blast effect and productivity
- Constant flow drop and split drop capability
- Compatible with retardants and water-enhancing additives
Enhanced pilot experience
- Cockpit air-conditioning for comfort
- Modern avionics and systems, including autopilot
Optimal operatibility and profitability
Compatible with existing fixed-wing firefighting infrastructure
- Similar external dimensions to CL-415
- Airport/base compatibility
Disruptive maintenance cost and support
- Interchangeable, easily replaceable floats for fast return to operations
- High engine-to-water clearance minimizing damage and corrosion
- Proven ATR 72 reliability and availability
- 80% structural and 90% system parts from ATR, ensuring global affordability and availability (1000+ units in service)
- Worldwide ATR mechanics network
Increased availability and range deployability
- Proven reliability and availability, floats interchangeability
- Fast on-site response (speed, cruise altitude, autopilot)
- Ferry kit for inter-Europe, inter-USA and transatlantic range enabling global collaboration
