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SA 342 Gazelle
Aérospatiale · France
The 342 variant featured a more powerful engine and became one of the first helicopters to be used as a dedicated "tank-killer" in the desert, carrying four to six HOT wire-guided anti-tank missiles.
Technical Specifications
| First Flight | 1974 |
|---|---|
| Max Speed | 310 km/h |
| Range | 710 km |
| Ceiling | 4,100 m |
| Engines | 1x Turbomeca Astazou XIV turboshaft |
Armament & Payload
4-6x HOT Anti-tank missiles.