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== Description ==
 
== Description ==
 
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The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a premium gift rank {{Specs|rank}} Soviet attack helicopter {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced as a [[wt:en/news/5712-shop-pre-order-bundles-and-packs-for-major-update-1-81-en|premium pack]] in [[Update 1.81 "The Valkyries"]] and was removed from sale after the [[wt:en/news/6542-shop-the-new-year-sale-en|2019 New Year Sale]].
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The Mi-24D is the definitive variant of the infamous Mi-24 "Hind" helicopter. Being designed to specifically be a "gunship" variant designed in 1973, the Hind-D had a redesigned frontal fuselage: the single piece cockpit from the [[Mi-24A]] was redesigned with two separate cockpits for both a pilot and a gunner to have clear view of the battlefield. The Mi-24D had the required fire-control system to carry various 57 mm rocket pods, UPK-23 gunpod, and 9M17 Falanga ATGMs. The Mi-24D would become one of the most widely exported variants around the world. Czechoslovakia would receive their Mi-24Ds in the '80s, and the Hind-Ds would be passed on to the successor Czech Republic in 1993. The Hind-Ds have started becoming obsolete in recent years, and in 2023 a majority were transferred to Ukraine.
  
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One of the most iconic helicopter gunships of the Cold War, the Mil Mi-24 was widely exported throughout the Eastern Bloc as the Soviet Union armed its satellites in Europe and abroad. This Mi-24D is one such example, and flies the colors of the Czechoslovak Air Force. The "Hind" is one of the most heavily armed gunships ever made, possessing extensive payloads and a durable airframe, at the cost of low manoeuvrability. A pair of Klimov TV3-117V turboshaft engines give the helicopter good lifting power and decent flight speeds.
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The '''{{Specs|name}}''' (NATO reporting name: ''Hind-D'') was introduced as a [[wt:en/news/5712-shop-pre-order-bundles-and-packs-for-major-update-1-81-en|premium pack]] in [[Update 1.81 "The Valkyries"]]. It is a very versatile helicopter in both the attack and support roles. Don't let the massive airframe fool you, the pair of Klimov TV3-117V turboshaft engines coupled to the 5-bladed rotor give the Hind-D very good lifting power, handling, and decent flight speeds for its weight class. The chin-mounted 12.7 mm turret has a wide gimbal range, and the wide array of ordnance the Hind can carry ranging from gunpods and ATGMs to unguided rockets and bombs will rain hell on enemy tanks in mixed battles. It is also worth mentioning that being a member of the Hind family, the Mi-24D is very well-armoured and has overall decent survivability against machine guns and smaller calibre autocannons.
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The Mi-24D was removed from sale after the [[wt:en/news/6542-shop-the-new-year-sale-en|2019 New Year Sale]]. It has since been made available briefly for purchase with Golden Eagles {{ge}} for its [[wt:en/news/8005-wiki-back-on-sale-mi-24d-en|2022 War Thunder Wiki video review]], the [[wt:en/news/8483-special-the-mi-24d-returns-to-celebrate-the-anniversary-of-its-first-flight-en|2023 anniversary of its first flight]], and the [[wt:en/news/9100-shop-three-variants-of-the-mi-24-are-available-at-a-discount-to-mark-the-anniversary-of-its-first-flight-en|2024 "55th anniversary of its first flight"]] event.
  
 
== General info ==
 
== General info ==
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* Self-sealing fuel tanks
 
* Self-sealing fuel tanks
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* 4 mm Steel protecting Engines, Transmission, topmost Fuel Tank
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* 4 mm Steel protecting engines, transmission, topmost fuel tank
 
* 4 mm Steel alongside length of crew compartment
 
* 4 mm Steel alongside length of crew compartment
 
* 8 mm Steel in front and astride gunner position
 
* 8 mm Steel in front and astride gunner position
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* 55 mm Bulletproof Glass, front of canopy only
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* 55 mm Bulletproof glass, front of canopy only
  
 
=== Modifications and economy ===
 
=== Modifications and economy ===
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! CCIP (Guns) !! CCIP (Rockets) !! CCIP (Bombs)
 
! CCIP (Guns) !! CCIP (Rockets) !! CCIP (Bombs)
 
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The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with:
 
The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with:
  
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* 1 x 12.7 mm YaK-B machine gun, chin turret (1,470 rpg)
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* A choice between three presets:
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** 1 x 12.7 mm YaK-B machine gun, chin turret (1,470 rpg)
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** 1 x 12.7 mm YaK-B machine gun + 128 x countermeasures
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** 1 x 12.7 mm YaK-B machine gun + 128 x countermeasures + IRCM
  
 
=== Suspended armament ===
 
=== Suspended armament ===
 
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{{Specs-Heli-Suspended}}
 
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{{main|OFAB-250sv (250 kg)|FAB-500M-54 (500 kg)}}
 
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{{main|9M17P Falanga-PV|S-5K|S-24|GSh-23L (23 mm)}}
 
  
 
The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance:
 
The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance:
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! [[GSh-23L (23 mm)|23 mm GSh-23L]] cannons (250 rpg)
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{{Navigation-Start|Default weapon presets}}
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{{Navigation-First-Simple-Line}}
  
 
* Without load
 
* Without load
 
* 128 x S-5K rockets
 
* 128 x S-5K rockets
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* 4 x S-24 rockets
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* 4 x 9M17M Falanga missiles
 
* 4 x 250 kg OFAB-250sv bombs (1,000 kg total)
 
* 4 x 250 kg OFAB-250sv bombs (1,000 kg total)
 
* 2 x 500 kg FAB-500M-54 bombs (1,000 kg total)
 
* 2 x 500 kg FAB-500M-54 bombs (1,000 kg total)
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* 4 x 23 mm GSh-23L cannons (250 rpg = 1,000 total)
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* 4 x 9M17P Falanga-PV missiles + 128 x S-5K rockets
 
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* 4 x 9M17P Falanga-PV missiles + 4 x S-24 rockets
 
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* 4 x 9M17P Falanga-PV missiles + 4 x 250 kg OFAB-250sv bombs (1,000 kg total)
 
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* 4 x 9M17P Falanga-PV missiles + 2 x 500 kg FAB-500M-54 bombs (1,000 kg total)
 
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* 64 x S-5K rockets + 2 x 250 kg OFAB-250sv bombs (500 kg total)
 
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* 4 x 9M17P Falanga-PV missiles + 64 x S-5K rockets + 2 x 250 kg OFAB-250sv bombs (500 kg total)
 
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* 2 x 23 mm GSh-23L cannons (250 rpg = 500 total)
 
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* 2 x 23 mm GSh-23L cannons + 64 x S-5K rockets
 
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* 2 x 23 mm GSh-23L cannons + 4 x 9M17P Falanga-PV missiles + 64 x S-5K rockets
 
  
 
== Usage in battles ==
 
== Usage in battles ==
 
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The Mi-24D, is the equivalent of the ancient Rome's cataphractarii, it's heavily armoured, packs incredible firepower and well the Hinds are one of the scariest helicopters in the game. Whether it be Air or Ground attack or even in naval.
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The Mi-24D, is the equivalent of the ancient Rome's cataphractarii: it's heavily armoured and packs incredible firepower. The Hinds are one of the scariest helicopters in the game, whether in Air or Ground attack, or even in naval.
  
 
===Air to Air===
 
===Air to Air===
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Or if you wish to play with the enemy helicopter, shoot it's wings off with a few well placed shots and it will lose all it's suspended armament. However, doing this will not knock out any machine guns or cannons which it has mounted below on the airframe.
 
Or if you wish to play with the enemy helicopter, shoot it's wings off with a few well placed shots and it will lose all it's suspended armament. However, doing this will not knock out any machine guns or cannons which it has mounted below on the airframe.
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Using the ATGM's to destroy enemy helicopters, the Falanga-PV are one of the fastest missiles in the game - they are able to destroy most helicopters with one hit - however helicopters such as [[Ka-52]], [[Mi-28N]] & [[EC-665_Tiger_HAD|Tiger HAD]] will need to hit the tail, flight deck or engine since they are heavily armoured.
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Using the ATGMs to destroy enemy helicopters, the Falanga-PV are one of the fastest missiles in the game - they are able to destroy most helicopters with one hit - however helicopters such as [[Ka-52]], [[Mi-28N]] & [[EC-665_Tiger_HAD|Tiger HAD]] will need to hit the tail, flight deck or engine since they are heavily armoured.
  
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The Mi-24D has 14 Suspended armament presets, from cannons to ATGM's combinations.
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The Mi-24D has 14 Suspended armament presets, from cannons to ATGMs combinations.
  
 
The recommended armaments for this role is:
 
The recommended armaments for this role is:
  
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*64 x S-5K rockets + 4 x 9M17P Falanga-PV missiles + 2 x 23 mm GSh-23-2 cannons
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*64 x S-5K rockets + 4 x 9M17M Falanga missiles + 2 x 23 mm GSh-23-2 cannons
  
 
The extra cannons installed on the wings, allows the Hind to perform the role of an attack helicopter - these cannons are able to destroy enemy helicopters, within a few clicks of the mouse. However, if this is used in an air-to-ground role these cannons can only penetrate lightly armoured vehicles.
 
The extra cannons installed on the wings, allows the Hind to perform the role of an attack helicopter - these cannons are able to destroy enemy helicopters, within a few clicks of the mouse. However, if this is used in an air-to-ground role these cannons can only penetrate lightly armoured vehicles.
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If playing this in an air-to-ground role it's best to go for the
 
If playing this in an air-to-ground role it's best to go for the
  
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====Mi-24D Vs. Fighters====
 
====Mi-24D Vs. Fighters====
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The Mi-24D does not have any air-to-air missiles, this means engagement with jet fighters will most likely end up with the Hind getting knocked out. However, it is not impossible to shoot them down. To do this, make sure you are equipped with the ATGM's. Wait for the aircraft to approach you head on and fire, keep the ATGM lined up with aircraft and a few seconds later it should hit.
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The Mi-24D does not have any air-to-air missiles, this means engagement with jet fighters will most likely end up with the Hind getting knocked out. However, it is not impossible to shoot them down. To do this, make sure you are equipped with the ATGMs. Wait for the aircraft to approach you head on and fire, keep the ATGM lined up with aircraft and a few seconds later it should hit.
  
 
If the aircraft has missiles, nose over the Mi-24D, gain speed, lots of speed - faster you can do this, higher the odds of the jet missing. Drop the Mi-24D to the ground and pull up after the jet has overshot you. If the jet banks and turns around, fire the ATGM and correct the ATGM so it hits the aircraft during this turn.
 
If the aircraft has missiles, nose over the Mi-24D, gain speed, lots of speed - faster you can do this, higher the odds of the jet missing. Drop the Mi-24D to the ground and pull up after the jet has overshot you. If the jet banks and turns around, fire the ATGM and correct the ATGM so it hits the aircraft during this turn.
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The best payload for combined battles is
 
The best payload for combined battles is
  
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* 128 x S-5K rockets + 4 x 9M17P Falanga-PV missiles
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* 128 x S-5K rockets + 4 x 9M17M Falanga missiles
  
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When enemy tankers see the Hind coming towards them, or see it flash up on the hud, they flea for cover. The Mi-24D, provides eight ATGM (Falanga-PV) missiles - these are enough to knock out eight enemy tanks, with a single hit. The range of the Falanga-PV missiles allow for strikes to happen at a distance, which keeps the helicopter out of range from most enemy SPAA or tanks.
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When enemy tankers see the Hind coming towards them, or see it flash up on the hud, they flea for cover. The Mi-24D, provides four ATGM (Falanga-PV) missiles - these are -well aimed - enough to knock out up to four enemy tanks, with a single hit. The range of the Falanga-PV missiles allow for strikes to happen at a distance, which keeps the helicopter out of range from most enemy SPAA or tanks.
  
 
====Mi-24D Vs. SPAA====
 
====Mi-24D Vs. SPAA====
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However the first target if seen, should always be enemy SPAA vehicles. Once the SPAA units have been located and knocked out, it is free hunting. The Mi-24D provides 128 S-5K rockets with its eight Falanga-PV missiles. These 128 rockets provide the capability for at least another two enemy tanks to be knocked out. With a skilled shot, it is EVEN possible that over four or five plus enemy tanks can be destroyed using them, on top of the eight ATGM's.
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However the first target if seen, should always be enemy SPAA vehicles. Once the SPAA units have been located and knocked out, it is free hunting. The Mi-24D provides 128 S-5K rockets with its eight Falanga-PV missiles. These 128 rockets provide the capability for at least another two enemy tanks to be knocked out. With a skilled shot, it is EVEN possible that over four or five plus enemy tanks can be destroyed using them, on top of the eight ATGMs.
  
 
The Mi-24D is a very large helicopter, it's not a small sleek stealthy helicopter like the [[BO_105_(Family)|BO 105]] It is a big target - In-order to compensate, fly low and fast. Stay above the tree line, under 20 m so any fussed missiles cannot detonate with their proximity fuses. Proximity fuses do not need to directly hit you, for them to knock you out, they only have to explode within the proximity of the helicopter.
 
The Mi-24D is a very large helicopter, it's not a small sleek stealthy helicopter like the [[BO_105_(Family)|BO 105]] It is a big target - In-order to compensate, fly low and fast. Stay above the tree line, under 20 m so any fussed missiles cannot detonate with their proximity fuses. Proximity fuses do not need to directly hit you, for them to knock you out, they only have to explode within the proximity of the helicopter.
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== History ==
 
== History ==
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During the early summer of 1972, two experimental prototypes of the Mi-24 with a new nose were built. In addition to the high-speed machine gun, they included the installation of a new anti-tank complex with supersonic Shturm-V ATGMs. Therefore, the first helicopters with separate cabins were initially given the name [[Mi-24V]]. Unfortunately, the development of the Sturm serial complex was delayed and in 1973 a version of a helicopter with separate cabins, but with an armament complex as on the Mi-24B, went into serial production. This intermediate variant was designated the Mi-24D .
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The Mi-24D was designed to be a purer gunship than previous variants. It entered production in 1973. The Mi-24D has a redesigned forward fuselage, with two separate cockpits for the pilot and gunner. It is armed with a single Yak-B four-barrel 12.7 mm machine gun under the nose and is equipped with improved targeting systems compared to the previous model.
 
  
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=== Service in other nations ===
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Work started in 1971 on improving the layout of the [[Mi-24A|Mi-24A/B]] helicopter in Soviet service. Complaints stemmed from the cockpit design, which was regarded as obstructive to the pilot and the weapon system operator's (WSO) view and also having insufficient level of protection for the crew.<ref name="Gordon_2001">Gordon 2001, 21-24</ref> Two early-production Mi-24A models were converted into the new design in 1972, which became distinguishable by their starboard-side tail rotor.<ref name="Mladenov_2010">Mladenov 2010, Mi-24D</ref> The redesigned helicopter saw the cockpit arrangement transformed into a stepped tandem cockpit, which saw the WSO placed in front, slightly lower, of the pilot. The new arrangement allowed for better, unobstructed view for both pilot and WSO, while having a better armour envelope around the crew. The new layout also allowed the additions of {{annotation|LLLTV|Low-Light Level Television}} and {{annotation|FLIR|Forward-Looking InfraRed}} sensors on the helicopter, which saw the nose gear lengthened to allow enough ground clearance for the additions.<ref name="Gordon_2001" />
  
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The new Mi-24 variant with the stepped tandem cockpit was intended to receive the [[Mi-24V]] ("V" being the third letter in the Cyrillic alphabet). However, the intended [[9M114 Shturm|Shturm-V]] missile was not available for the new helicopter.<ref name="Gordon_2001" /> In an interim solution, the helicopter would retain the weapon systems found on the Mi-24B (which consisted of a USPU-24 turret with YakB-12.7 machine guns and the capability of being equipped with 9M17M Falanga ATGMs<ref name="Mladenov_2010 (1)">Mladenov 2010, Mi-24A/B</ref>). This interim helicopter design would be known as the '''Mi-24D''', or by the designation ''Izdeliye 246''. The Mi-24D would begin production in 1973 at the Arsenyev plant and Aviation Plant No.168. After performing in state tests in 1974, the Mi-24D would be put into the Soviet Air Force service in March 29, 1976. The helicopter would serve not only with the Soviet Union, but for its export clients as well.<ref name="Mladenov_2010" />
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The Czech Air Force originally inherited a fleet of 16 Mi-24Ds, delivered between 1978 and 1983 and 20 Mi-24Vs, delivered between 1985 and 1989, together with 1 Mi-24DU trainer upon the dissolution of Czechoslovakia in 1993. All of these attack helicopters were retired in the mid-2000s.
 
  
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Mi-24Ds are currently withdrawn from service in favour of US-made AH-1Zs. Some were donated to Ukraine.
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A trainer version of the Mi-24D, the Mi-24DU ''Izdeliye 249'' was also produced that had the WSO position adapted to hold an instructor pilot instead.<ref name="Mladenov_2010" /> Both the Mi-24D and Mi-24DU production at the two factories for both Soviet and export clients account for at least 625 units.<ref name="Gordon_2001" />
  
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The Bulgarian Air Force have a 44 strong Mi-24 fleet, including 38 Mi-24Ds originally delivered between 1979 and 1985, and 6 more Mi-24Vs in 1986, were cut in half in 1999. The type has suffered from a significant lack of serviceability due to the limited supply of otherwise vital and expensive spare parts, such as rotor blades, as well as expired engine and airframe time between overhauls – both TBO and total airframe time.
 
  
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==== Czechoslovakia ====
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The Czechoslovakian Army received 28 Mi-24Ds, delivered between August 1978, and by 1982. Between 1985 and 1989 two training Mi-24DUs were purchased (as well as 31 units of the modernized Mi-24V). Upon the dissolution of Czechoslovakia in 1993 the inventory of Mi-24s were split, with the now Czech Republic Army receiving 16 Mi-24D and one Mi-24DU (also 20 Mi-24V). In 2003, all the Mi-24D helicopters were retired. <ref>Soušek n.d.</ref>
  
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To replace the old Mi-24Ds, the Czech government purchased US-made AH-1Zs. Some of the inventory Mi-24Ds were donated to Ukraine.<ref name="NDOS_2020">Mladenov 2020</ref>
  
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==== Bulgaria ====
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The Bulgarian Air Force have a fleet of 38 Mi-24Ds originally delivered between 1979-1985, during 1999 the Mi-24Ds in service were reduced. The type has suffered from a significant lack of serviceability due to the limited supply of otherwise vital and expensive spare parts, such as rotor blades, as well as expired engine and airframe time between overhauls.
  
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* 5 more surplus Mi-24Ds were then sold out by the Bulgarian MoD to Metalika-AV in December 2011, and by late 2017 at least 4 of these had been returned to airworthy condition.
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Bulgarian Mi-24D sold to other countries/companies:
  
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* Between 2002–2004 dozens of Mi-24Ds were sold to local arms trade companies.
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* 6 were delivered to the US and 2 went to the Ivory Coast in 2003.
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* 6 Mi-24Ds followed suite to Mali between 2007-2010 after having completed overhaul.
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* 5 Mi-24Ds were sold out by the Bulgarian MoD to Metalika-AV in December 2011, and by late 2017 at least 4 of these had been returned to airworthy condition.
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In 2004, the Bulgarian MoD moved forward with a tender covering the comprehensive upgrade and life extension of all 6 Mi-24Vs plus 6 of the newest Mi-24Ds – all of these helicopters were delivered in 1985 and 1986.
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In 2004, the Bulgarian MoD moved forward with a tender covering the comprehensive upgrade and life extension of 6 Mi-24Ds – all of these helicopters were delivered in 1985 and 1986.<ref name="NDOS_2020" />
  
 
==== Hungary ====
 
==== Hungary ====
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Hungary received a fleet of 30 Mi-24Ds from the former Soviet Union between 1978 and 1985, followed by 10 Mi-24Vs taken in 1987–1988.
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The Hungarian Air Force have a fleet of 30 Mi-24Ds received by the former Soviet Union between 1978-1985.<ref name="NDOS_2020" />
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The Polish Army Air Force received 16 Mi-24Ds between 1978 and 1985, followed by 16 Mi-24Ws (the specific Polish designation for the Mi-24V) between 1986 and 1991.
 
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In 1996, Poland received another 18 second-hand Mi-24Ds from Germany, previously used by the East German Air Force. Eventually, the Polish Ministry of Defence decided to carry out an overhaul cycle and reintroduce 16 of the former German machines into service, using the remaining two as donors of spare parts.
 
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Today, the Polish Army Air Force's fleet of aged Hind, consisting of 13 Mi-24Ws and 15 Mi-24Ds in active service, equips two squadrons assigned to the 56th air base in Inowrocław-Latkowo and another to the 49th air base in Pruszcz Gdański.
 
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Three Mi-24Ds were damaged and subsequently cancelled during deployment in Iraq between 2005 and 2010, while two others suffered severe damage but were repaired.
 
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The older and less capable Mi-24D version was initially scheduled to be withdrawn from use at the end of its extended service life between 2016 and 2019, but it now appears that the Hind-D will continue for a while longer. The severe delay of the Kruk programme, however, will force the Polish Ministry of Defence to keep its fleet of aged Hind-D/Es until at least 2025, or even 2030, should it decide to proceed with a complete avionics and weapon systems upgrade.
 
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A complete upgrade of the Mi-24's mission avionics and armament for day and night operations had first been planned in the early 2000s, but in June 2003 Poland gave up its request to upgrade as many as 40 Mi-24D/Es, opting instead to launch a new programme designed to cover only the Mi-24W fleet. At the time, it was planned that thirteen of these aircraft would receive new NATO-interoperable avionics suites and new guided weapons, while three others would be upgraded for use in the combat search and rescue (CSAR) role. In this case, the Polish MoD decided to shelve the ambitious and rather expensive Hind-E upgrade programme, as it had reportedly failed to reach working agreements with its Russian partners - the arms export agency Rosoboronexport and Mil MHP.
 
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In 2018, the Polish Ministry of Defence began considering new upgrade plans for the outdated Mi-24 fleet, due to the serious delay of the Kruk programme, intended for the selection and purchase of next-generation attack helicopters, and Deputy Defence Minister Wojciech Skurkiewicz hinted that a limited upgrade would be pursued. Consequently, on 21 January 2019, the Polish Armament Inspectorate announced the start of the so-called technical dialogue with companies interested in upgrading the Mi-24D/W. The dialogue took place between July and September 2019, with technical specifications sent to selected interested candidates in the form of a request for information. The upgrade was to cover armament, communications, self-protection, IFF and navigation systems; the Armaments Inspectorate requested information on the procurement and life-cycle costs, logistical requirements and the timeframe for implementing the upgrade.
 
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In addition, interested bidders will have to demonstrate experience in the maintenance, repair, overhaul and upgrade of Mi-24W and Mi-24D helicopters. The number of helicopters to be upgraded in the future has not been stated. The age of Hind's current fleet ranges from 27 to 37 years.
 
  
 
== Media ==
 
== Media ==
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Latest revision as of 20:44, 23 September 2024

Rank VI USSR | Premium | Golden Eagles
Su-25K Pack
This page is about the premium Soviet attack helicopter Mi-24D (USSR). For other versions, see Mi-24 (Family).
▂Mi-24D
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▂Mi-24D
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Description

The Mi-24D is the definitive variant of the infamous Mi-24 "Hind" helicopter. Being designed to specifically be a "gunship" variant designed in 1973, the Hind-D had a redesigned frontal fuselage: the single piece cockpit from the Mi-24A was redesigned with two separate cockpits for both a pilot and a gunner to have clear view of the battlefield. The Mi-24D had the required fire-control system to carry various 57 mm rocket pods, UPK-23 gunpod, and 9M17 Falanga ATGMs. The Mi-24D would become one of the most widely exported variants around the world. Czechoslovakia would receive their Mi-24Ds in the '80s, and the Hind-Ds would be passed on to the successor Czech Republic in 1993. The Hind-Ds have started becoming obsolete in recent years, and in 2023 a majority were transferred to Ukraine.

The ▂Mi-24D (NATO reporting name: Hind-D) was introduced as a premium pack in Update 1.81 "The Valkyries". It is a very versatile helicopter in both the attack and support roles. Don't let the massive airframe fool you, the pair of Klimov TV3-117V turboshaft engines coupled to the 5-bladed rotor give the Hind-D very good lifting power, handling, and decent flight speeds for its weight class. The chin-mounted 12.7 mm turret has a wide gimbal range, and the wide array of ordnance the Hind can carry ranging from gunpods and ATGMs to unguided rockets and bombs will rain hell on enemy tanks in mixed battles. It is also worth mentioning that being a member of the Hind family, the Mi-24D is very well-armoured and has overall decent survivability against machine guns and smaller calibre autocannons.

The Mi-24D was removed from sale after the 2019 New Year Sale. It has since been made available briefly for purchase with Golden Eagles Ge icon.png for its 2022 War Thunder Wiki video review, the 2023 anniversary of its first flight, and the 2024 "55th anniversary of its first flight" event.

General info

Flight performance

Max speed
at 1 000 m335 km/h
Max altitude4 950 m
Engine2 х Klimov TV3-117V
Power2 100 hp
Take-off weight12 t
Characteristics Max Speed
(km/h at 1,000 m) 		Max altitude
(metres)
AB RB
Stock 315 304 4950
Upgraded 354 335

Survivability and armour

HIRSS
Dissipates the flow of hot exhaust gases, reducing the likelihood of capture by IR-guidance missiles
IRCM
Protects against IR-guided missiles
Crew2 people
Speed of destruction
Structural520 km/h
Gear420 km/h
  • Self-sealing fuel tanks
  • 4 mm Steel protecting engines, transmission, topmost fuel tank
  • 4 mm Steel alongside length of crew compartment
  • 8 mm Steel in front and astride gunner position
  • 55 mm Bulletproof glass, front of canopy only

Modifications and economy

Repair cost
AB4 939 Sl icon.png
RB1 359 Sl icon.png
SB2 363 Sl icon.png
Crew training10 000 Sl icon.png
Experts1 600 000 Sl icon.png
Aces2 000 Ge icon.png
Research Aces1 760 000 Rp icon.png
Reward for battleAB / RB / SB
Talisman.png 2 × 50 / 300 / 430 % Sl icon.png
Talisman.png 2 × 220 / 220 / 220 % Rp icon.png
Modifications
Flight performance Survivability Weaponry
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Compressor
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Replacing helicopter blades
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Engine
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Flak jacket
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Helicopter frame
Mods jet engine extinguisher.png
EFS(a)
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Cover
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YaK-B_belt_pack
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Mods pilon rocket.png
S-24
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Mods pilon bomb.png
FAB-250
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods heli screen exhaust device.png
HIRSS
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods weapon.png
YaK-B_new_gun
Mods atgm heli preset.png
2P32M/K-4V
Mods pilon bomb.png
FAB-500
Mods heli false thermal targets.png
Flares/Chaff
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods gunpods.png
Gun pod UPK-23-250
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Mods counterMeasures.png
IRCM
Mods ammo.png
ns23_belt_pack

Armaments

Ballistic Computer
CCIP (Guns) CCIP (Rockets) CCIP (Bombs)
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Offensive armament

Main article: YaK-B (12.7 mm)

The Mi-24D (USSR) is armed with:

  • A choice between three presets:
    • 1 x 12.7 mm YaK-B machine gun, chin turret (1,470 rpg)
    • 1 x 12.7 mm YaK-B machine gun + 128 x countermeasures
    • 1 x 12.7 mm YaK-B machine gun + 128 x countermeasures + IRCM

Suspended armament

The Mi-24D (USSR) can be outfitted with the following ordnance:

1 2 3 4 5 6
Hardpoints Mi-24A.png
23 mm GSh-23L cannons (250 rpg) 1 1 1 1
250 kg OFAB-250sv bombs 1 1 1 1
500 kg FAB-500M-54 bombs 1 1
S-5K rockets 32 32 32 32
S-24 rockets 1 1 1 1
9M17M Falanga missiles 2 2
Maximum permissible weight imbalance: 480 kg
Default weapon presets
  • Without load
  • 128 x S-5K rockets
  • 4 x S-24 rockets
  • 4 x 9M17M Falanga missiles
  • 4 x 250 kg OFAB-250sv bombs (1,000 kg total)
  • 2 x 500 kg FAB-500M-54 bombs (1,000 kg total)
  • 4 x 23 mm GSh-23L cannons (250 rpg = 1,000 total)

Usage in battles

The Mi-24D, is the equivalent of the ancient Rome's cataphractarii: it's heavily armoured and packs incredible firepower. The Hinds are one of the scariest helicopters in the game, whether in Air or Ground attack, or even in naval.

Air to Air

Mi-24D Vs. Helicopters

The Mi-24D is able to make quick work of enemy helicopters, with its 12.7 mm YaK-B rotary machine gun. To get the best bullet to knock-out ratio - always aim for the critical elements of the rival.

  1. Flight deck
  2. Engine
  3. Tail

Or if you wish to play with the enemy helicopter, shoot it's wings off with a few well placed shots and it will lose all it's suspended armament. However, doing this will not knock out any machine guns or cannons which it has mounted below on the airframe. Using the ATGMs to destroy enemy helicopters, the Falanga-PV are one of the fastest missiles in the game - they are able to destroy most helicopters with one hit - however helicopters such as Ka-52, Mi-28N & Tiger HAD will need to hit the tail, flight deck or engine since they are heavily armoured.

The Mi-24D has 14 Suspended armament presets, from cannons to ATGMs combinations.

The recommended armaments for this role is:

  • 64 x S-5K rockets + 4 x 9M17M Falanga missiles + 2 x 23 mm GSh-23-2 cannons

The extra cannons installed on the wings, allows the Hind to perform the role of an attack helicopter - these cannons are able to destroy enemy helicopters, within a few clicks of the mouse. However, if this is used in an air-to-ground role these cannons can only penetrate lightly armoured vehicles.

If playing this in an air-to-ground role it's best to go for the

  • 128 x S-5K rockets + 4 x 9M17M Falanga missiles

Mi-24D Vs. Fighters

The Mi-24D does not have any air-to-air missiles, this means engagement with jet fighters will most likely end up with the Hind getting knocked out. However, it is not impossible to shoot them down. To do this, make sure you are equipped with the ATGMs. Wait for the aircraft to approach you head on and fire, keep the ATGM lined up with aircraft and a few seconds later it should hit.

If the aircraft has missiles, nose over the Mi-24D, gain speed, lots of speed - faster you can do this, higher the odds of the jet missing. Drop the Mi-24D to the ground and pull up after the jet has overshot you. If the jet banks and turns around, fire the ATGM and correct the ATGM so it hits the aircraft during this turn.

Air to Ground

The best payload for combined battles is

  • 128 x S-5K rockets + 4 x 9M17M Falanga missiles

When enemy tankers see the Hind coming towards them, or see it flash up on the hud, they flea for cover. The Mi-24D, provides four ATGM (Falanga-PV) missiles - these are -well aimed - enough to knock out up to four enemy tanks, with a single hit. The range of the Falanga-PV missiles allow for strikes to happen at a distance, which keeps the helicopter out of range from most enemy SPAA or tanks.

Mi-24D Vs. SPAA

However the first target if seen, should always be enemy SPAA vehicles. Once the SPAA units have been located and knocked out, it is free hunting. The Mi-24D provides 128 S-5K rockets with its eight Falanga-PV missiles. These 128 rockets provide the capability for at least another two enemy tanks to be knocked out. With a skilled shot, it is EVEN possible that over four or five plus enemy tanks can be destroyed using them, on top of the eight ATGMs.

The Mi-24D is a very large helicopter, it's not a small sleek stealthy helicopter like the BO 105 It is a big target - In-order to compensate, fly low and fast. Stay above the tree line, under 20 m so any fussed missiles cannot detonate with their proximity fuses. Proximity fuses do not need to directly hit you, for them to knock you out, they only have to explode within the proximity of the helicopter.

Pros and cons

Pros:

  • Extensive payload options, including lethal S-24 rockets
  • Excellent ATGM penetration at 650mm
  • Well armoured against small arms fire
  • Quick-firing machine gun capable of shredding very light armour
  • Premium vehicle reward bonuses for RP and SL

Cons:

  • No air-to-air missiles
  • Limited ATGM firing arcs at close ranges
  • Very visible, with large radar cross section
  • Sluggish to manoeuvre at most speeds
  • No thermal optics, only early NVG

History

Work started in 1971 on improving the layout of the Mi-24A/B helicopter in Soviet service. Complaints stemmed from the cockpit design, which was regarded as obstructive to the pilot and the weapon system operator's (WSO) view and also having insufficient level of protection for the crew.[1] Two early-production Mi-24A models were converted into the new design in 1972, which became distinguishable by their starboard-side tail rotor.[2] The redesigned helicopter saw the cockpit arrangement transformed into a stepped tandem cockpit, which saw the WSO placed in front, slightly lower, of the pilot. The new arrangement allowed for better, unobstructed view for both pilot and WSO, while having a better armour envelope around the crew. The new layout also allowed the additions of LLLTV and FLIR sensors on the helicopter, which saw the nose gear lengthened to allow enough ground clearance for the additions.[1]

The new Mi-24 variant with the stepped tandem cockpit was intended to receive the Mi-24V ("V" being the third letter in the Cyrillic alphabet). However, the intended Shturm-V missile was not available for the new helicopter.[1] In an interim solution, the helicopter would retain the weapon systems found on the Mi-24B (which consisted of a USPU-24 turret with YakB-12.7 machine guns and the capability of being equipped with 9M17M Falanga ATGMs[3]). This interim helicopter design would be known as the Mi-24D, or by the designation Izdeliye 246. The Mi-24D would begin production in 1973 at the Arsenyev plant and Aviation Plant No.168. After performing in state tests in 1974, the Mi-24D would be put into the Soviet Air Force service in March 29, 1976. The helicopter would serve not only with the Soviet Union, but for its export clients as well.[2]

A trainer version of the Mi-24D, the Mi-24DU Izdeliye 249 was also produced that had the WSO position adapted to hold an instructor pilot instead.[2] Both the Mi-24D and Mi-24DU production at the two factories for both Soviet and export clients account for at least 625 units.[1]

Service in other nations

Czechoslovakia

The Czechoslovakian Army received 28 Mi-24Ds, delivered between August 1978, and by 1982. Between 1985 and 1989 two training Mi-24DUs were purchased (as well as 31 units of the modernized Mi-24V). Upon the dissolution of Czechoslovakia in 1993 the inventory of Mi-24s were split, with the now Czech Republic Army receiving 16 Mi-24D and one Mi-24DU (also 20 Mi-24V). In 2003, all the Mi-24D helicopters were retired. [4]

To replace the old Mi-24Ds, the Czech government purchased US-made AH-1Zs. Some of the inventory Mi-24Ds were donated to Ukraine.[5]

Bulgaria

The Bulgarian Air Force have a fleet of 38 Mi-24Ds originally delivered between 1979-1985, during 1999 the Mi-24Ds in service were reduced. The type has suffered from a significant lack of serviceability due to the limited supply of otherwise vital and expensive spare parts, such as rotor blades, as well as expired engine and airframe time between overhauls.

Bulgarian Mi-24D sold to other countries/companies:

  • Between 2002–2004 dozens of Mi-24Ds were sold to local arms trade companies.
  • 6 were delivered to the US and 2 went to the Ivory Coast in 2003.
  • 6 Mi-24Ds followed suite to Mali between 2007-2010 after having completed overhaul.
  • 5 Mi-24Ds were sold out by the Bulgarian MoD to Metalika-AV in December 2011, and by late 2017 at least 4 of these had been returned to airworthy condition.
  • In 2017–2018 three were sold out to the Ivory Coast and one went to Burkina Faso in 2018, followed by another helicopter in 2019.

In 2004, the Bulgarian MoD moved forward with a tender covering the comprehensive upgrade and life extension of 6 Mi-24Ds – all of these helicopters were delivered in 1985 and 1986.[5]

Hungary

The Hungarian Air Force have a fleet of 30 Mi-24Ds received by the former Soviet Union between 1978-1985.[5]

Media

Skins
Videos
Premium Vehicles - Mi-24D - War Thunder Wiki
The Mi-24 Family discusses the Mi-24D (USSR) at 3:18 - War Thunder Official Channel
The Shooting Range #114 - War Machines section at 00:24 discusses the Mi-24D (USSR).
The Shooting Range #110 - Pages of History section at 10:26 discusses the Mi-24D (USSR).
Mi-24 Ultimate Review - Bob Dickinson

See also

Related development
Similar vehicles

External links

References

Citations
  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Gordon 2001, 21-24
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Mladenov 2010, Mi-24D
  3. ↑ Mladenov 2010, Mi-24A/B
  4. ↑ Soušek n.d.
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 Mladenov 2020
Bibliography
  • Gordon, Yefim and Dimitriy Komissarov. 2001. Mil Mi-24 Hind Attack Helicopter. United Kingdom: Airlife Publishing Ltd.
  • Mladenov, Alexander. 2010. MIL Mi-24 Hind Gunship. Great Britain: Osprey Publishing. Kindle.
  • Mladenov, Alexander. 2020. "Mi-24s still serving in Eastern Europe". New Defence Order Strategy. Last modified August 20, 2022. Website (Archive)
  • Soušek, Tomáš. n.d. "Mi-24 v letectvu končí". Magnet Press. Accessed December 11, 2021. Website (Archive)


Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant
Attack  Mi-4AV
  Mi-8AMTSh · Mi-8TV
  Mi-24A · Mi-24P · Mi-24V
  Mi-28N · Mi-28NM
  Mi-35M
Export  ◊Mi-8TB
  ▂Mi-24D · ◔Mi-24D · ◔Mi-24V · ◔Mi-24P · ◊Mi-24P · ◄Mi-24P HFS 80
  Mi-28A

USSR helicopters
Attack 
Hound  Mi-4AV
Hip  Mi-8AMTSh · Mi-8TV
Hind  Mi-24A · ▂Mi-24D · Mi-24P · Mi-24V · Mi-35M
Havoc  Mi-28N · Mi-28NM
Helix  Ka-29
Hokum  Ka-50 · Ka-52

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