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Bell AH-1Z Viper
The AH-1Z Viper is the Marine Corps' attack helicopter, which replaced the two-bladed AH-1W Super Cobra, with a new four-bladed, all-composite rotor, upgraded engines and transmissions, a digital cockpit and an integrated fire control system. Two crew, a pilot and a co-pilot or gunner, fly it. Two General Electric T700-GE-401C engines power it. Empty weight is 12,300 pounds, maximum gross weight is 18,500 pounds and it has six wing stores for weapons. Overall length is 58 feet 3 inches, and it shares 85 percent of its parts with the UH-1Y. Initial operating capability came in February 2011.
- Engines
- Two General Electric T700-GE-401C turboshafts mounted above the fuselage
- Max takeoff weight
- 18,500 lb (8,391 kg)
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Specifications
| Length | 58 ft 3 in (17.75 m) |
|---|---|
| Height | 14 ft 4 in (4.37 m) |
| Entry into service | February 2011 |
| Status | In service |
Who flies it
- US Marine Corps
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