Mil Mi-26 Halo
Summary
| Category | Helicopter |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| First flight | 14 December 1977 |
| Year of introduction | 1983 |
| Number produced | 316 units |
Description
The Mil Mi-26 Halo is a heavy transport helicopter developed by the Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant in the Soviet Union. It was designed in response to the need for a successor to the Mi-6 helicopter in the late 1960s. The Mi-26 Halo has a large payload capacity, capable of transporting heavy equipment, troops, and supplies. It is primarily used for military transport missions, but also has civilian applications such as heavy lift operations and disaster relief. The helicopter has been deployed in various conflicts and missions around the world, showcasing its versatility and reliability in challenging environments.
Technical specifications
| Version: Mi-26T | |
|---|---|
| Crew | 5 members |
| Operational range | 590 km (367 mi) |
| Maximum speed | 295 km/h (183 mph) |
| Height | 8.1 m (26.7 ft) |
| Length | 40.0 m (131.3 ft) |
| Service ceiling | 4600 m (15092 ft) |
| Empty weight | 28000 kg (61729 lbs) |
| Max. takeoff weight | 56000 kg (123459 lbs) |
Current operating countries
| Country | Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Russia | 44 (+15) | |
|
Algeria | 14 | |
|
Jordan | 4 | |
|
North Korea | 4 | |
|
Belarus | 3 | |
|
Venezuela | 3 | |
|
Kazakhstan | 2 | |
| 🇨🇩 | Congo Democratic Republic | 1 | |
| 🇬🇶 | Equatorial Guinea | 1 | |
Numbers in parentheses, e.g. '(+5)', indicate units ordered but not yet delivered.
All operators
Belarus • Congo Democratic Republic • Algeria • Equatorial Guinea • Jordan • Kazakhstan • Cambodia • Laos • Mexico • Peru • North Korea • Russia • Ukraine • Ex-USSR • Uzbekistan • Venezuela