The BMW 6012 (later MTU 6012) was a German turboshaft and gas generator engine. Designed in the late-1950s by BMW the engine powered the Dornier Do 32 helicopter and was also used as an auxiliary power unit (APU).

Variants

6012A

Basic version.

6012B 1

De-rated version.

6012B 2

Version designed to produce 19 kW (25 shp) continuously to 7,000 m (23,000 ft).

6012L

Gas generator version with additional gear-driven compressor.

Applications

• Berger BX-110
• Dornier Do 32
• Dornier Do 32K

Specifications (6012A)

Data from Jane's All the World's Aircraft 1965-66.

General characteristics

• Type: Turboshaft
• Length: 700 mm (28 in)
• Diameter: 380 mm (15 in)
• Dry weight: 45 kilograms (99 lb)

Components

• Compressor: Single-stage radial
• Combustors: Annular (disc shaped)
• Turbine: Single-stage radial
• Fuel type: Jet fuel
• Oil system: Dry sump, gear-type pumps

Performance

• Maximum power output: 75 kW (100 shp)
• Overall pressure ratio: 3:1
• Fuel consumption: 57 kg (125 lb) per hour at maximum power

See also

Comparable engines

• Turbomeca Palouste

Related lists

• List of aircraft engines

References

Notes

• Taylor, John W.R. Jane's All the World's Aircraft 1965-66., Great Missenden, Sampson Low, Marston and Company Ltd, 1965.