Mi-28NM Super Hunter - This Russian Attack Helicopter Hunts Even Drones!

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The Mi-28 attack helicopter emerged from Soviet military requirements in the early 1980s as a specialized assault platform, diverging from the Mi-24's dual-role design. First flying in November 1982, the program faced initial competition from the Ka-50 but secured production approval in December 1987. The transformation into the Mi-28N "Night Hunter" began in 1996, though operational deployment took until 2009. The Mi-28NM "Super Hunter," introduced in 2016, represents a quantum leap in capabilities. Key advancements include: Combat Systems - Advanced N025 radar providing 360-degree coverage - Integration with AS-UAV system for drone coordination - Modernized 9M127-1 Vikhr-1 multipurpose missiles - Comprehensive weapons suite including Shturm-V and Ataka series missiles - 30mm 2A42 automatic cannon with 250-round capacity Survivability Features - Titanium and ceramic composite armor protecting against 12.7mm rounds - Energy-absorbing systems allowing 12 m/s vertical crash survival - Dual control system enabling pilot/operator redundancy Operational Capabilities - Enhanced TV3-117 engines for improved maneuverability - Proven combat effectiveness in Syrian operations - Demonstrated drone intercept capabilities


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