The Mil Mi-24 Hind was developed by the Soviet Union in the late 1960s as a revolutionary attack helicopter that could also transport troops. Designed by the Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant under Mikhail Mil, the aircraft first flew in 1969 and entered service in 1972. Unlike most attack helicopters, the Mi-24 combined heavy firepower with the ability to carry up to eight soldiers, giving it a unique “flying infantry fighting vehicle” role. It was heavily armored and equipped with rockets, missiles, and a cannon. The Hind became famous during the Soviet-Afghan War and remains in service worldwide today.
The Mil Mi-24 is powered by two Isotov TV3-117 turboshaft engines, each producing about 2,200 horsepower, giving the helicopter strong speed and lifting capability. It typically carries a crew of two or three and can transport up to eight fully equipped troops in its internal cabin.
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