Equipment / Helicopters / AH-1J/S
AH-1J/S
Helicopterconfirmed
The AH-1J SeaCobra is a twin-engine attack helicopter, an improved version of the single-engine AH-1G, primarily used by the US Marine Corps. The AH-1S (later AH-1F) is a further modernized variant with improved engines, avionics, and armament, designed for anti-tank missions.
Specifications
| Type | Helicopter |
| Origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | Bell Helicopter |
| Introduced | 1977 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 277 km/h |
| Range | 510 km |
| Crew | 2 |
| Weight | 4.54 t |
History
Developed in the United States, the AH-1J/S entered service in 1977 and saw extensive use in various conflicts.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Iran | 13 | confirmed |
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