Bell AH1G Huey Cobra Attack Helicopter
Bell AH1
The Bell AH1 Cobra is a single-engine attack helicopter introduced in 1967. It was the world’s first dedicated armed attack helicopter. Heavily armed, highly maneuverable, and quick, the AH1 proved to be a powerful combatant. The engine, transmission, and rotor system of the AH1 Cobra were derived from the UH1 Iroquois utility military helicopter. Its precedent-setting […]
The Bell AH1 Cobra is a single-engine attack helicopter introduced in 1967. It was the world’s first dedicated armed attack helicopter. Heavily armed, highly maneuverable, and quick, the AH1 proved to be a powerful combatant.
The engine, transmission, and rotor system of the AH1 Cobra were derived from the UH1 Iroquois utility military helicopter. Its precedent-setting design led to many other variations including some two-engine models.
Specs
- Power Plant: Honeywell T53-L-13 turboshaft, 1,100 hp (820 kW)
- Max Speed: 149 kn (171 mph, 276 km/h)
- Range: 310 nmi (360 mi, 570 km)
- Rotor Diameter: 44 ft (13.4 m)
- Height: 13 ft 6 in (4.11 m)
- Never Exceed Speed: 190 kn (219 mph, 352 km/h)
- Rate of climb: 1,230 ft/min (6.2 m/s)
- Length: 53 ft (16 m) including rotors
- Service ceiling: 11,400 ft (3,500 m)
- Rate of Climb: : 1,230 ft/min (6.25 m/s)
Key Details
Manufacturer: Bell Helicopter
Category: Attack Helicopter
Introduction: 1967
