The successor to the Soviet Union's one-time super transport helicopter will have superior performance capabilities than its aging predecessor, the Mi-26.
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According to information published by Tass news agency, Russia is investing a large budget in developing the Mi-26T2V, the newest and most modern version of the Mil Mi-26 transport helicopter. Photo source: Tass. |
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Accordingly, the future Mi-26T2V variant of the Russian Air Force will be able to operate in all terrain conditions and all weather conditions outside. The crew of the Mi-26T2V will remain the same at 5 people compared to the old version. Photo source: Air. |
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In addition, the Mi-26T2V helicopter is expected to apply the most advanced technologies in the flight guidance system and pilot assistance. The Russian side also confirmed that the Mi-26T2V will be an upgrade from the previous military version of the Mi-26 helicopter, not an upgrade from the Mi-26T helicopter, which is used for export. Photo source: Baltic. |
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The Mi-26 is the heaviest transport helicopter in the world today. The Mi-26 helicopter was born in 1983 under the Soviet Union and has been continuously produced since then until now. Photo source: Blogger. |
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The Mi-26 heavy transport helicopter is capable of carrying a maximum load of more than 20 tons of cargo, carrying 82 paratroopers with equipment or 60 wounded soldiers with medical equipment. Photo source: Twit. |
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In the Mi-26T2 variant, it is equipped with two upgraded D-136-2 turboshaft engines integrated with the FADEC automatic control system to help pilots better control this "monster" in the sky. Photo source: Helis. |
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The Mi-26 is equipped with an 8-blade main rotor system and a 5-blade center-balanced tail rotor. This helicopter is capable of flying at a maximum speed of about 295 km/h, a cruising speed of 255 km/h and a maximum range of 800 km. The Mi-26's service ceiling is about 4,600 meters. Photo source: Helis. |
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Up to now, Russia has produced a total of 316 Mi-26 helicopters of various versions worldwide. However, many of them are currently in scrap yards due to lack of spare parts and infrequent use. Photo source: Helis. |
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Currently, the Mi-26 transport helicopter is in service with the Air Forces of 15 countries around the world, most of which are countries with close relations with the former Soviet Union. Photo source: Military. |
According to Kienthuc