Rooivalk Mk1
Type: Attack Helicopter
Domain: air
Country of Origin: South Africa
Manufacturer: Denel
Overview
South African indigenous attack helicopter based on Super Puma. Features 20mm cannon, TOW missiles, 68mm rockets. World-renowned indigenous capability.
Technical Specifications
| crew | 2 (tandem) |
|---|---|
| engine | 2x Turbomeca Makila 1K2 turboshaft, 1,877 shp each |
| armament | 20mm F2 cannon, Mokopa ATGMs, 70mm Forges Zeebrugge rockets, Mistral AAMs |
| length_m | 18.7 |
| range_km | 740 |
| weight_kg | 8750 |
| max_speed_kmh | 309 |
| rotor_diameter_m | 15.6 |
| service_ceiling_m | 6100 |
Operators
- South Africa
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