Instead of the old ASh-62 - VK-1600S with 1450 hp: An-2 is being prepared for a new power plant
The VK-800 is also being considered as an alternative, but both engines still need to be brought up to the required level
VK-1600S
VK-1600S engine with 1450 hp gets free turbine: Russia to bring back An-3
New gearbox and accessory drive units created for the power plant
VK-1600S at 1450 hp for An-2DTS: Aviation expert asks an uncomfortable question about the future of the Russian "corn crop"
Skyexpert: Local airlines need a simpler and cheaper 9-12-seat aircraft
VK-1600S engine vs. ASh-62: An-2's 1600 hp kerosene engine proved no better
Specific power is 1.5 times higher, but serial production is still far off
New VK-1600 helicopter aircraft engine to get an airplane version for An-2 replacement
The degree of unification of VK-1600V with VK-1600S is about 60-65%