Equipment / Helicopters / CH-47D Chinook (HT-17D)
CH-47D Chinook (HT-17D)
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The CH-47D Chinook is a tandem-rotor, heavy-lift helicopter primarily used for troop transport, artillery placement, and battlefield resupply. It is known for its distinctive twin engines and counter-rotating rotors, allowing for high lift capacity and stability.
Specifications
| Type | Helicopter |
| Origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| Introduced | 1995 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 315 km/h |
| Range | 740 km |
| Crew | 3 |
| Weight | 22.68 t |
History
This variant, developed by Boeing in the US in 1995, served as a key workhorse for the US Army and other forces, participating in numerous operations worldwide.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | 13 | confirmed |
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