HAL Prachand
Summary
| Category | Helicopter |
| Origin country | 🇮🇳 India |
| First flight | 29 March 2010 |
| Year of introduction | 2021 |
| Number produced | 19 units |
Description
HAL Prachand is a military aircraft developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). It is designed for various missions, including strategic airlift, troop transport, and aerial refueling. The aircraft features a robust airframe and advanced avionics systems to enhance its operational capabilities. The development of HAL Prachand involved rigorous testing and evaluations to ensure its effectiveness and reliability. It has been deployed in various military operations to support the Indian armed forces in their missions. The aircraft's flexible configuration and multi-role capabilities make it a valuable asset for enhancing operational efficiency, strategic mobility, and logistical support.
Technical specifications
| Version: Prachand | |
|---|---|
| Height | 4.4 m (14.4 ft) |
| Length | 15.8 m (51.8 ft) |
| Service ceiling | 6500 m (21325 ft) |
| Empty weight | 2250 kg (4960 lbs) |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5800 kg (12787 lbs) |
| Climb rate | 12.0 m/s (39.4 ft/s) |
| Powerplant | 2 × turbines HAL-Turbomeca Shakti delivering 1068 kW |
Current operating countries
| Country | Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
India | 0 (+65) | |
Numbers in parentheses, e.g. '(+5)', indicate units ordered but not yet delivered.
All operators
Armament
Missiles payload:
- Air-to-Air Short-Range Mistral2 par point d'emport.