The Russian Kamov Ka-52 Alligator attack helicopter. Photo Credit: http://www.aviation.ru/jno/June 20, 2008 - The Russian Kamov Ka-50 attack helicopter is one of the contenders for IAF's $500 million RFP for 22 attack helicopters.
Other contenders for the order are
- Boeing AH-64D Apache Longbow
- Eurocopter Tiger
- AgustaWestland AW129
- Bell AH-1Z SuperCobra
- Mil Mi-28
- HAL’s Light Combat Helicopter
The useful graphic below, reproduced with permission from RIA Novosti, details capabilities of the latest version of the helicopter, the basic version of which has been in service for over 25 years.
The Russian Kamov Ka-50 attack helicopter is one of the contenders for IAF's $500 million contract for 22 attack helicopters. Photo Credit: RIA NovostiIt is likely the IAF will consider only the twin seat version of the helicopter, Ka-52 Alligator or Ka-50-2 Erdogan, since the single seat configuration will impose an unacceptable pilot load in the difficult terrain along our northern borders.
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