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Bell AH-1 Cobra Attack Helicopter
DESCRIPCIÓN DEL SISTEMA
American attack helicopter procured by Kenya providing heavy rotary-wing fire support capability. Kenya acquired AH-1F Cobra from United States through Foreign Military Sales or grants providing dedicated attack helicopter capability. Features tandem cockpit, 20mm cannon turret, rockets, TOW anti-tank missiles, and combat-proven design from Vietnam War onwards. Maximum speed 140 knots. Kenyan Cobras support ground operations against Al-Shabaab providing close air support, armed reconnaissance, and convoy escort. Complements lighter MD 500 Defender providing heavier firepower when required. Maintenance supported by US training and spare parts.
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Bell AH-1 Cobra Attack Helicopter - Bell Textron
VENTAJAS
- Dedicated attack platform with tandem seating for pilot/gunner
- TOW missile provides anti-armor capability against technicals and light vehicles
- Combat-proven design with decades of operational history
- US military aid facilitates spare parts and training
DESVENTAJAS
- Vietnam-era design with limited survivability against modern threats
- No modern targeting pods or helmet-mounted displays
- Limited night/adverse weather capability
- Maintenance-intensive aging airframes
ESPECIFICACIONES TÉCNICAS
ROLEClose Air Support, Anti-Armor, Armed Escort
TYPEDedicated Attack Helicopter
ARMAMENT20mm M197 Cannon, TOW Missiles, 70mm Hydra Rockets
FAMILIA DE ARMAS2 VARIANTES
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