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HAL Dhruv (ALH)

HAL · Utility / Transport Helicopter · India · Modern (1992–2009)

HAL Dhruv (ALH) — Utility / Transport Helicopter
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The HAL Dhruv is a utility helicopter designed and developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) in November 1984. The helicopter first flew in 1992; though its development was prolonged due to multiple factors including the Indian Army's requirement for design changes, budget restrictions, and sanctions placed on India following the 1998 Pokhran-II nuclear tests.

Specifications

Category
Rotorcraft
Sub-Category
Utility/Transport
Domain
Dual-Use
Era
Modern (1992–2009)
Country
India
Manufacturer
HAL
Operator
India/export
Primary Role
Utility / Transport Helicopter
Status
In Service
Service Entry
2002
Produced
300
Propulsion
Turboprop
Engine
2x Turbomeca/HAL Shakti turboshafts
Thrust / Power
2,000 shp total
Launch
VTOL
Length (ft)
52.5
Wingspan (ft)
43.3
Empty Weight (lb)
6415
MTOW (lb)
12125
Payload (lb)
4409
Endurance (hr)
3
Service Ceiling (ft)
21000
Range (mi)
435
Max Speed (mph)
178
Max Speed (Mach)
0.27
Armament
20mm turret; 70mm rockets; Helina ATGM; utility/attack