The world's 10 most dangerous armed helicopters
Armed helicopters are one of the most used weapons arms of the current national armies, navies and air forces, with an extremely wide range of applications, including long-distance reconnaissance, alert, attack, medical rescue and other purposes.
1. AH-64 Apache
The AH-64 Apache is a twin-type direct support attack helicopter produced by Boeing, and is regarded as one of the most advanced and dangerous helicopter gunships in the world at the moment.
The AH-64 Apache adopts composite materials and advanced avionics, and is equipped with Eagle Eyes radio-controlled radar and advanced night vision equipment. equipment, allowing for pinpoint precision strikes in all weather conditions.
2. Mi-24 Hind
The Mi-24 Hind is a powerful attack helicopter developed by the Soviet Mir Design Bureau. With a twin-engine design, the helicopter can carry heavy weaponry, including cannons, rocket launchers, and missiles, and was widely used in Soviet and Russian military operations, such as the war in Afghanistan.
3. Eurocopter Tiger
The Eurocopter Tiger is a product of European cooperation, developed by Groupe Aérospatiale and Eurocopter Germany*** together. The helicopter utilizes advanced control systems and weapon systems and can carry a wide range of weapons including missiles, rockets and a 20mm gun for attack.
4. UH-60 Black Hawk
The UH-60 Black Hawk is a multi-purpose armed helicopter produced by Graphite Systems. The helicopter utilizes composite materials, is highly maneuverable and sway-resistant, and employs a digitized radar and navigation system that allows it to perform multiple missions in a variety of combat environments, including air support, aerial reconnaissance, and search and rescue.
5. Ka-50 Hokum
The Ka-50 Hokum is the only single-man armed helicopter produced by the Kamov Design Bureau in Russia. The helicopter features an all-composite shell and advanced weapon systems such as a 30mm gun, missiles and rockets to strike ground and air targets.
6. AH-1W Super Cobra
The AH-1W Super Cobra is a light armed helicopter produced by the American company Bell. The helicopter features advanced avionics and weapon systems such as 20mm gun, missiles, rockets, etc. and has excellent maneuverability and fire support capabilities.
7. Z-10
The Z-10 is a new type of armed helicopter produced by China's Harbin Aircraft Manufacturing Company. The helicopter utilizes composite materials and advanced electronic equipment, and is equipped with weapon systems such as missiles, rocket launchers, and a rotatable gun, allowing it to perform a variety of missions such as reconnaissance, strike, and support.
8. AH-7 Rooivalk
The AH-7 Rooivalk is a relatively small but heavy armed helicopter produced in South Africa, which utilizes composite materials and advanced avionics to provide excellent performance in harsh war environments. The helicopter is equipped with a variety of weapon systems such as missiles, rocket launchers and a 30-millimeter aircraft gun.
9. OH-58 Kiowa Warrior
The OH-58 Kiowa Warrior is a light attack helicopter developed by Bell based on the experience of the OH-6 Cayuse helicopter. The helicopter utilizes advanced electronics and weapon systems, such as a cannon and suspended rockets or missiles, to excel in support and reconnaissance missions.
10. AW129 Mangusta
The AW129 Mangusta is a medium armed helicopter produced by Deck Aircraft of Italy. The helicopter utilizes advanced avionics and weapon systems such as missiles, rocket launcher mounted gun, etc., and can perform a variety of missions such as attack, reconnaissance and support.
The above 10 armed helicopters are from different countries and companies, with their own characteristics and advantages, both in terms of mobility, weaponry and versatility, provide the army with strong air support and defense capabilities.