AH-2 Rooivalk vs Mi-24 Hind
| South African attack helicopter, designed during the late 20th century, extensively deployed for peacekeeping missions in Africa. | |
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| Origin country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| Category | Military Helicopter |
| Manufacturer | Denel |
| First flight | 15 January 1990 |
| Year of introduction | 2011 |
| Number produced | 12 units |
| Average unit price | $40 million |
| Soviet attack helicopter, renowned for Cold War use, predominantly deployed for airborne assault, close combat, and anti-armour roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Helicopter |
| Manufacturer | Mil |
| First flight | 19 September 1969 |
| Year of introduction | 1972 |
| Number produced | 2648 units |
| Average unit price | $12 million |
| Wingspan | -- m |
| Height | 5.2 m ◉ |
| Length | 18.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 309 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 740 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,750 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 5,730 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,420 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 6.5 m |
| Height | 5.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 21.4 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 330 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 485 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,120 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 11,500 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 7,792 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x None ◉ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of AH-2 Rooivalk by Anthony Noble.