Russian Helicopters unveils Mi-171Sh-VN gunship

[Zarvan]

Russian Helicopters unveiled the Mi-171Sh-VN gunship at MAKS 2017. Source: Nikolai Novichkov

The Russian Helicopters holding, a subsidiary of the Rostec state corporation, has unveiled a new variant of the Mi-171Sh (Hip-H) utility helicopter reconfigured for special operations. Designated Mi-171Sh-VN, the helicopter was unveiled at the MAKS 2017 airshow at Zhukovsky, outside Moscow.

The Mi-171Sh-VN is designed to be more combat effective and survivable than the basic model. “The helicopter has been developed based on combat experience, including in Syria,” Russian Helicopters CEO Andrey Boginsky told Jane's . It will be marketed worldwide as the Mi-171Sh.

According to its official specifications, the Mi-171Sh-VN has a maximum take-off weight of 13,500 kg, a maximum payload of 4,000 kg, a ferry range of 1,065 km, a service ceiling of 6,000 m, a maximum speed of 280 km/h, and a cruising speed of 260 km/h. The aircraft has a crew of three and can transport up to 37 people. The Mi-171Sh-VN is powered by two engines with a power output of 1,900 hp each. It has composite main rotor blades and an X-type tail rotor.

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[syed_yusuf]

this is a good innovation from russia - could fit the bill with pakistan army for heavy air assault.

 

[Zarvan]

this is a good innovation from russia - could fit the bill with pakistan army for heavy air assault.

Transport Attack Helicopters are the future @Horus

 

[Jinn Baba]

Could get these rather than more mi35 which I'm assuming cost more.

 

[Zarvan]

 

[Rakshas]

Will seriously effect the load / passenger carrying capacity.

 

[Zarvan]