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Little Bird
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| Hughes MH6 'Little Bird' | |
|---|---|
| Type | Light Attack and Observation Heli |
| Manufacturer | Boeing/Hughes USA |
| Status | Active |
| Initial Year of Service | 1964 |
Armament
- 1x 30mm Chain Gun
- 2x M134 7.62mm Miniguns
- 2 x M261 7-shot Rocket Pod
- 2 x M260 19-shot Rocket Pod
- 2 x AGM-114 Hellfire Anti-Tank Missiles
- 2 x 12.7mm GAU-19 Gatling Guns
- 2 x TOW Anti-Tank Missiles
- 2 x Stinger Anti-Tank Missiles
Dimensions
- Length - 32.00ft
- Wingspan/Width - 26.35ft
- Height - 9.85ft
Performance
- Maximum Speed - 175mph
- Maximum Range - 430km
- Service Ceiling - 18,500ft
Accomodation
- 2 Crew + 6 Operators on fixed benches.
Probably most recognisable from Black Hawk Down, the Little Bird is a key componant of the US Air Force's light-attack role. It packs awesome firepower and quick speed and manuoeverbility.
