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Mi-26/Mi-26T Halo
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The Mi-26, NATO reporting name 'Halo', is the largest and most powerful helicopter ever to have gone into production. It is a heavy-lift transport helicopter capable of carrying large payloads, including vehicles and personnel, for both military and civilian applications.
Specifications
| Type | Helicopter |
| Origin | Soviet Union |
| Manufacturer | Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant |
| Introduced | 1983 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 295 km/h |
| Range | 800 km |
| Crew | 5 |
| Weight | 56 t |
History
Developed by the Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant in the Soviet Union and introduced in 1983, it is primarily used for military and civilian heavy-lift operations.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | 33 | confirmed |
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