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H160M
Helicopterconfirmed
The H160M is the military variant of the Airbus H160 medium utility helicopter, designed for a wide range of missions including troop transport, special forces insertion, and medical evacuation. It is being developed for the French Armed Forces under the Joint Light Helicopter (HIL) program, with first deliveries anticipated in the late 2020s.
Specifications
| Type | Helicopter |
| Origin | France |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters |
| Introduced | 2017 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 287 km/h |
| Range | 850 km |
| Crew | 2 |
| Weight | 6 t |
History
Developed in France in 2017, it is a modern, multi-role helicopter intended to replace older models in the French armed forces.
Operators
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