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Mi-17
Helicopterconfirmed
The Mi-17 is a medium twin-turbine transport helicopter, an export version of the Mi-8MT/MTV. It is widely used globally for both military and civilian purposes, known for its robust design and versatility.
Specifications
| Type | Helicopter |
| Origin | Soviet Union |
| Manufacturer | Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant |
| Introduced | 1981 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 250 km/h |
| Range | 610 km |
| Crew | 3 |
| Weight | 13 t |
History
Developed in the Soviet Union by Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant in 1981, it has seen widespread use globally in both military and civilian capacities.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 10 | confirmed |
| China | 16 | confirmed |
| India | 148 | confirmed |
| Pakistan | 19 | confirmed |
| Turkey | — | confirmed |
| Indonesia | 15 | confirmed |
| Poland | 11 | confirmed |
| Ukraine | 22 | confirmed |
| Vietnam | 8 | confirmed |
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