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The Mi-8 has been used by over 50 different countries since its introduction in various roles and for a number of purposes. It has been used in wars as a troop transport or attack aircraft, notably in the Vietnam War by the Soviet-backed North Vietnamese. It has also been operated as a civilian helicopter by various airlines and private owners. Aside from Russia, other major users of the Mi-8 include China, Cuba, India, and Poland. The Mi-8 is still being made today. |
The Mi-8 has been used by over 50 different countries since its introduction in various roles and for a number of purposes. It has been used in wars as a troop transport or attack aircraft, notably in the Vietnam War by the Soviet-backed North Vietnamese. It has also been operated as a civilian helicopter by various airlines and private owners. Aside from Russia, other major users of the Mi-8 include China, Cuba, India, and Poland. The Mi-8 is still being made today. |
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==Specifications== |
==Specifications== |
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| − | *Powerplant: two Klimov TV3 engines |
+ | *'''Powerplant''': two Klimov TV3 engines |
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+ | *'''Maximum speed''': 161 mph |
| − | *Range: 280 miles |
+ | *'''Range''': 280 miles |
| − | *Ceiling: 14,765 feet |
+ | *'''Service Ceiling''': 14,765 feet |
| − | *Crew: 3 |
+ | *'''Crew''': 3 |
| − | *Capacity: 24 people or 6,600 lbs of cargo |
+ | *'''Capacity''': 24 people or 6,600 lbs of cargo |
| − | *Empty weight: 16,007 lbs |
+ | *'''Empty weight''': 16,007 lbs |
| − | *Length: 59 feet 7 inches |
+ | *'''Length''': 59 feet 7 inches |
| − | *Height: 18 feet 6 inches |
+ | *'''Height''': 18 feet 6 inches |
| − | *Rotors: 5 |
+ | *'''Rotors''': 5 |
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+ | *'''Armament''': Six hardpoints capable of carrying S-5 rockets, 9M17 Phalanga missles, or bombs. |
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Revision as of 15:59, 7 February 2013
The Mil Mi-8 (NATO reporting name: "Hip") is a Russian multi-purpose helicopter designed by Mil Helicopters. It is the most-produced helicopter in history, with over 17,000 built so far and production still ongoing. It is most commonly used as a transport helicopter or gunship.
History
The Mi-8 was based on Mil's earlier Mi-4, with an enlarged cabin. Design work began in 1960, and the first prototype (known as the V-8) flew on July 7th, 1961. The aircraft entered service in 1967 after having the number of rotors it used changed from four to five.
The Mi-8 has been used by over 50 different countries since its introduction in various roles and for a number of purposes. It has been used in wars as a troop transport or attack aircraft, notably in the Vietnam War by the Soviet-backed North Vietnamese. It has also been operated as a civilian helicopter by various airlines and private owners. Aside from Russia, other major users of the Mi-8 include China, Cuba, India, and Poland. The Mi-8 is still being made today.
Specifications
- Powerplant: two Klimov TV3 engines
- Maximum speed: 161 mph
- Range: 280 miles
- Service Ceiling: 14,765 feet
- Crew: 3
- Capacity: 24 people or 6,600 lbs of cargo
- Empty weight: 16,007 lbs
- Length: 59 feet 7 inches
- Height: 18 feet 6 inches
- Rotors: 5
- Armament: Six hardpoints capable of carrying S-5 rockets, 9M17 Phalanga missles, or bombs.