The 20 Best Attack Helicopters That Are Still In Service

Published on 02/24/2022
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16. Bell AH-1Z Viper

The Viper is the latest in Bell’s lengthy line of attack helicopters, and it’s meant to take the place of the SuperCobra. The US Marine Corps approved full manufacturing and declared it combat-ready in 2010. The sale of Vipers to Pakistan was approved by the US in 2015. The Armed Forces of Poland, the Czech Republic, Romania, Morocco, and Bahrain have all purchased or showed interest in purchasing Vipers. The Vipers have two-person crews, are 58 feet 3 inches long, have a maximum takeoff weight of 18,500 pounds, a cruising speed of 180 miles per hour, a combat range of 125 miles, and can be armed with a single 20 mm M197 three-barreled rotary cannon, 2.75 inch rockets, and AIM-9 Sidewinder and AGM-114 Hellfire air-to-surface missiles, among other armaments.

16. Bell AH-1Z Viper 

16. Bell AH-1Z Viper

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15. Mil Mi-24 Hind

The Mi-24 was designed as an attack helicopter, however it looks more like a UH-1 Huey gunship in actuality. It can transport troops while still delivering a punch, but it’s unlike anything the Western Armies have ever flown. The Mi-24, on the other hand, is deserving of inclusion because of its multi-role support capabilities, which have made it a worldwide favorite. The Russian Air Force and 58 other users across the world employ the Mi-24. Over 2,600 planes have been produced thus far.

15. Mil Mi-24 Hind

15. Mil Mi-24 Hind

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