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The Mil Mi-24 "Hind" is a wellknown Russian armed assault
helicopter. This excellent combat helicopter made its first
flight in 1970.
Rotor diameter:          55 ft 9 in (17,00 m)
Lenght(rotors turning):  64 ft 11 in (19.79 m)
Height:                  14 ft (4.25 m)
Cruisingspeed:           162 mph (260 km/h)
Empty weight:            18,519 lbs (8400 kg)
Max weight:              27,557 lbs (12500 kg)
Powerplant:              two Klimov/Isotov TV3-117-3 turboshaft 
Thrust:                  2,200 shp (1640 kW) each