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In the opinion of users of the Apache and the SuperCobra, each of their aircraft is better -for their use. Like most weapons, all have their good points and bad points. I have no doubt that the British Army and US Army would claim their Apaches to be better attack helicopters. -However, to use an old American saying - "Tell that to the Marines" . -The US Marine Corps has long been an exponent of helicopter use and have chosen to develop Bell's Cobra into a superb Attack helicopter, the new AH-1 Z Viper. They call this the 'Zulu Cobra' and in fact it is based on Sea Cobra but has many incredible improvements including a new 4 blade rotor. For various reasons they claim the 'Zulu Cobra' to be as good or better than the Apache. - I wold strongle encourage you to look up specs of both these excellent aircraft on Google and see for yourself. - I'm going with the Marines opinion.
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What were prototype helicopters just before the cobra gunship?
The AH-1 Cobra was the first attack helicopter that saw general combat service in 1965/66 (not a proto-type experiment). The AH-56 Cheyenne gunship made it's first experimental flight in 1967.
What are the release dates for Cobra Gunship - 1976 VG?
Cobra Gunship - 1976 VG was released on: USA: 1976
The AH-1W Super Cobra is an attack helicopter used mainly by what US military service?
The SUPER Cobra (two engines instead of one) is a "post" Vietnam helicopter used by the USMC because it was cheaper to buy than the newe APACHE attack helicopter.
What is the American attack helicopter called?
America's first designed & built attack helicopter was the AH-1 Cobra fielded in the Vietnam War. Note: Any chopper can be called an attack helicopter if its armed for the job. Consequently the terms "designed & built" specifically as a gunship (attack helicopter).
How was the cobra attack helicopter used?
Born on the battlefield(s) of South Vietnam, the US Army used the gunship (AH-1 Cobra) as aerial artillery firing mini-guns (7.62mm), 40mm grenade, and 2.75 inch rockets.
What remote control helicopter brands make toys designed for small children under 10?
You should take a look at the Cobra 3 Channel Remote Control Gyroshark RC Helicopter and the 3 Channel Apache RC Helicopter. These are great RC helicopters to start with.
What are the good things points about war?
Vietnam evolutionized jet aerial warfare (Dog-Fighting). Top Gun and Red Flag were direct products of the war. Installing guns on all US jets including the F22 are products of the Vietnam War. Experimented with combustible tank shells with the new (at the time) M551 Sheridan tank in 1969. In Vietnam the M551 fired completely combustible 152mm tank shells. Knowledge gained from Sheridans in combat fed information to the creation of today's M1 Abrams MBT's 120mm semi-combustible tank round. The Vietnam born AH1 Cobra helicopter gunship led to the creation of today's Apache helicopter gunship.
What was the first helicopter gunship?
Some of the UH-1s (Hueys) were later fitted with rockets and guns to fly escort for UH-1 troop carriers. In the 'gunship' role, the UH1 couldn't carry troops because of the weight. It was the first to be called a 'gunship' specifically, but that was simply to differentiate it from the standard utility UH-1s...despite that even they had a pintle mounted gun on each side. Despite what Hollywood might have us believe, the UH1 'gunship', like the ACH-47, wasn't effective enough in the attack role to be deployed in significant numbers, especially since UH-1s were in such high demand as transport aircraft. The AH-1 Cobra was a purpose-built attack variant of the UH-1 that used the same powertrain as the UH-1, so it's a good example to see what makes an attack helicopter. The Cobra's flight crew sit fore and aft (like the Sioux above) to reduce the cross section presented to the enemy. It was built specifically as an attack helicopter at the expense of the utility role: it couldn't carry any logistical loads while armed, either internally or on a hook. The Cobra was indeed the first true 'gunship' and still serves in that role, mostly for allies of the US. It continues to be modernized and updated for the Marines as projected mission requirements change, including characteristics that we now see as essential to a modern 'gunship': twin engines, night operation, interoperability with ground forces, stand-off targeting, etc.
How much does a Cobra attack helicopter cost?
AH-1W Super Cobra HelicopterCost $10,700,000.00
How fast is the military helicopter cobra?
the original AH-1 Cobra flew at 170 mph
Can a cobra helicopter break the sound barrier?
No, a Cobra helicopter cannot break the sound barrier. The maximum speed of a Cobra helicopter is around 185-190 mph, which is significantly lower than the speed of sound (about 767 mph at sea level).
When was the cobra attack helicopter invented?
The AH-1 Cobra was first fielded in South Vietnam in 1966.
