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'''Pros:''' | '''Pros:''' | ||
| − | * | + | * Abundant arsenal of rockets and missiles, offering exceptional air-to-ground firepower |
| − | * | + | * Effective machine guns capable of providing defense against enemy helicopters |
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| − | * | + | * Absence of armor, requiring caution to avoid vulnerability to enemy attacks |
| − | * Limited secondary armament | + | * Limited secondary armament options, potentially restricting tactical versatility |
| − | * Machine guns are | + | * Machine guns are ineffective against heavily armored targets, necessitating alternative approaches for engaging such threats |
== History == | == History == | ||
Revision as of 23:01, 23 May 2023
| This page is about the French utility helicopter IAR 316B. For other variants, see Alouette (Family). |
Contents
Description
The IAR 316B is a premium gift rank V French utility helicopter with a battle rating of 8.7 (AB), 8.3 (RB), and 9.3 (SB). It was introduced as a premium pack in Update 1.87 "Locked On" and was removed from the store after the 2019 Birthday Sale.
Aérospatiale licensed the Romanian aircraft manufacturer Industria Aeronautică Româniă to build the SA.316B as the IAR 316B. Manufacturing began in 1971 in Brasov, Romania, with production ending in 1987. These helicopters were built with the Turbomeca Artouste IIIB powerplant. 250 total units were manufactured, with 125 remaining for use in with the Romanian military. The rest of the manufactured helicopters were exported to other nations including Pakistan, Angola, and Guinea.
The cockpit of the helicopter is built for both a pilot and co-pilot to operate with excellent views through the spacious glass canopy. Two cabin doors open to the passenger compartment, which can accommodate up to three passengers.
The IAR 316B was modified to carry weapon systems more readily available in the Eastern-bloc section of Europe to include 57 mm rocket pods, 7.62 mm machine guns and other anti-tank missiles.
General info
Flight performance
| Characteristics | Max Speed (km/h at 0 m - at sea level) |
Max altitude (metres) | |
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| AB | RB | ||
| Stock | 194 | 182 | 3500 |
| Upgraded | 230 | 212 | |
Survivability and armour
Examine the survivability of the helicopter. Note how vulnerable the structure is and how secure the pilot is, whether the fuel tanks are armoured, etc. Describe the armour, if there is any, and also mention the vulnerability of other critical systems.
Modifications and economy
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Armaments
Offensive armament
The IAR 316B is armed with:
- 2 x 7.62 mm PKA machine guns (500 rpg = 1,000 total)
Suspended armament
The IAR 316B can be outfitted with the following ordnance:
- 6 x 9M14-2 Malyutka-2 missiles + 32 x S-5K rockets
Usage in battles
Describe the tactics of playing in a helicopter, the features of using the helicopter in a team and advice on tactics. Refrain from creating a "guide" - do not impose a single point of view, but instead, give the reader food for thought. Examine the most dangerous enemies and give recommendations on fighting them. If necessary, note the specifics of the game in different modes (AB, RB, SB).
Pros and cons
Pros:
- Abundant arsenal of rockets and missiles, offering exceptional air-to-ground firepower
- Effective machine guns capable of providing defense against enemy helicopters
Cons:
- Absence of armor, requiring caution to avoid vulnerability to enemy attacks
- Limited secondary armament options, potentially restricting tactical versatility
- Machine guns are ineffective against heavily armored targets, necessitating alternative approaches for engaging such threats
History
The IAR 316 was a training helicopter produced by the "Industria Aeronautica Românească" (in translation: "Romanian Aeronautics Industry") as a licensed version of the French "Aérospatiale Alouette III" (SA316 Alouette III Light Utility Helicopter). The production of this model started in 1971 at the IAR Factory in Ghimbav, Romania, and it was halted in 1987. A total of 250 helicopters were built, 125 for the Romanian Army, and the rest exported to countries like Pakistan, Angola, and Guinea. Some helicopters were even modified to use 57 mm rockets and Anti-Tank Guided Missiles.
There was an attempt to convert the original model of IAR 316 into an attack helicopter named IAR 317 "Airfox", however, only 1 prototype was ever built.
Media
- Skins
- Images
See also
External links
| Romanian Aeronautic Industry (Industria Aeronautică Română) | |
|---|---|
| Aircraft | |
| Fighters | IAR-81C |
| Helicopters | |
| Utility | IAR 316B* |
| *Licensed version of Aérospatiale's SA 316B Alouette III helicopter. | |
| France helicopters | |
|---|---|
| Attack | ▄H-34 · EC-665 Tiger HAD · Tiger HAD Block 2 · EC-665 Tiger HAP |
| Utility | IAR 316B · SA 313B Alouette II · SA 316B Alouette III · SA.341F Gazelle · SA.342M Gazelle |
