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AH-1 Cobra
Bell · USA
Developed using components from the UH-1 Huey, the Cobra featured a revolutionary slim fuselage and tandem seating (pilot behind the gunner). It provided a small target for ground fire while providing heavy escort and fire support for troop-carrying Hueys.
Technical Specifications
| First Flight | 1965 |
|---|---|
| Max Speed | 277 km/h |
| Range | 510 km |
| Ceiling | 3,475 m |
| Engines | 1x Lycoming T53-L-13 turboshaft |
Armament & Payload
M197 20mm 3-barreled Gatling cannon; 70mm Hydra rockets; TOW missiles.