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CH-46 Sea Knight
Boeing Vertol · USA
First flying in its production form in 1963, the CH-46 became the primary assault transport for the Marines. Its dual-rotor design provided excellent stability for shipboard landings and heavy lifting in the tropical heat of Southeast Asia.
Technical Specifications
| First Flight | 1963 |
|---|---|
| Max Speed | 267 km/h |
| Range | 1,020 km |
| Ceiling | 5,180 m |
| Engines | 2x General Electric T58-GE-16 turboshafts |
Armament & Payload
2x GAU-15/A 12.7mm machine guns.