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== Description ==
 
== Description ==
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The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} Israeli attack helicopter {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update "Danger Zone"]].
 
The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} Israeli attack helicopter {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update "Danger Zone"]].
  
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=== Flight performance ===
 
=== Flight performance ===
 
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''Describe how the helicopter behaves in the air. Speed, manoeuvrability, acceleration and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.''
 
''Describe how the helicopter behaves in the air. Speed, manoeuvrability, acceleration and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.''
  
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=== Survivability and armour ===
 
=== Survivability and armour ===
 
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''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.''
 
''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.''
  
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=== Offensive armament ===
 
=== Offensive armament ===
 
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{{main|M129 (40 mm)|M134 Minigun (7.62 mm)}}
 
{{main|M129 (40 mm)|M134 Minigun (7.62 mm)}}
  
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=== Suspended armament ===
 
=== Suspended armament ===
 
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{{main|FFAR Mighty Mouse|M195 (20 mm)|M134 Minigun (7.62 mm)}}
 
{{main|FFAR Mighty Mouse|M195 (20 mm)|M134 Minigun (7.62 mm)}}
  
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== Usage in battles ==
 
== Usage in battles ==
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<!-- "The Tzefa A is a quite low profile helicopter. This means you can easily "sneak" around the battlefield almost unseen. Your best element in this helicopter is the element of surprise. Try not to linger too long in any specific area, or you'll most definitely be shot down. Another tactic is to simply run straight into the battlefield at a low altitude, high speed, and "boom n zoom". Using this tactic is much riskier as you are most prone to being fired upon, but it also offers a quicker disengagement. The most dangerous enemies you'll encounter are the Gepard, Strela, and most AA at this BR. The best way to kill these targets is to fly low to the ground, and flank around to their side and shoot them." -->
 
''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).''
 
''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 and cons ===
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<!-- "In summary, the Tzefa A should be played cautiously. With correct usage, it can wreak havoc on the enemy team. Be careful when you come into contact with enemy AA, as you are very vulnerable in certain spots. Try to avoid getting shot in the engine and tail as those are vital to the flight of your helicopter. As you engage targets, make sure you always have a plan to disengage quickly in case things go wrong. Use the low profile of the helicopter to your advantage to "sneak" around and only pop up when you're about to strike." -->
 
''Summarise and briefly evaluate the vehicle in terms of its characteristics and combat effectiveness. Mark its pros and cons in the bulleted list. Try not to use more than 6 points for each of the characteristics. Avoid using categorical definitions such as "bad", "good" and the like - use substitutions with softer forms such as "inadequate" and "effective".''
 
''Summarise and briefly evaluate the vehicle in terms of its characteristics and combat effectiveness. Mark its pros and cons in the bulleted list. Try not to use more than 6 points for each of the characteristics. Avoid using categorical definitions such as "bad", "good" and the like - use substitutions with softer forms such as "inadequate" and "effective".''
  
 
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* High maneuverability
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* Lots of rockets
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* Low profile makes it a small target to hit
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* Airframe of the helicopter is very resilient
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* High speed
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'''Cons:'''
 
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* Being shot in the engine/tail is almost guaranteed to kill you
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* Low climb rate
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* Cannot stop quickly if needed
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Revision as of 00:21, 25 May 2023

Rank VI USA | Premium | Golden Eagles
A-10A Thunderbolt (Early)
This page is about the Israeli attack helicopter Tzefa A. For other versions, see AH-1 (Family).
Tzefa A
ah_1g_iaf.png
GarageImage Tzefa A.jpg
Tzefa A
Israel flag.png Israel
V Rank
Battle rating:
AB RB SB
8.7 8.0 8.0
Class:
Research:Free
Purchase:390 000 Specs-Card-Lion.png
Show in game

Description

The AH-1G Tzefa A is a rank V Israeli attack helicopter with a battle rating of 8.7 (AB) and 8.0 (RB/SB). It was introduced in Update "Danger Zone".

General info

Flight performance

Max speed
at 1 000 m277 km/h
Max altitude3 475 m
EngineLycoming Engines T53-L-13
Power1 100 hp
Take-off weight4 t

Describe how the helicopter behaves in the air. Speed, manoeuvrability, acceleration and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.

Characteristics Max Speed
(km/h at 1,000 m) 		Max altitude
(metres)
AB RB
Stock 258 245 3475
Upgraded 296 277

Survivability and armour

Crew2 people
Speed of destruction
Structural450 km/h
Gear420 km/h

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

Repair costBasic → Reference
AB9 628 → 12 574 Sl icon.png
RB2 778 → 3 628 Sl icon.png
SB4 189 → 5 470 Sl icon.png
Total cost of modifications112 500 Rp icon.png
208 500 Sl icon.png
Talisman cost2 100 Ge icon.png
Crew training110 000 Sl icon.png
Experts390 000 Sl icon.png
Aces1 700 Ge icon.png
Research Aces720 000 Rp icon.png
Reward for battleAB / RB / SB
100 / 300 / 430 % Sl icon.png
196 / 196 / 196 % Rp icon.png
Modifications
Flight performance Survivability Weaponry
Mods jet compressor.png
Compressor
Research:
4 600 Rp icon.png
Cost:
8 500 Sl icon.png
170 Ge icon.png
Mods cd 98 main rotor.png
Replacing helicopter blades
Research:
8 500 Rp icon.png
Cost:
16 000 Sl icon.png
320 Ge icon.png
Mods jet engine.png
Engine
Research:
14 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
26 000 Sl icon.png
520 Ge icon.png
Mods heli flak jacket.png
Flak jacket
Research:
4 600 Rp icon.png
Cost:
8 500 Sl icon.png
170 Ge icon.png
Mods heli structure.png
Helicopter frame
Research:
8 500 Rp icon.png
Cost:
16 000 Sl icon.png
320 Ge icon.png
Mods armor cover.png
Cover
Research:
12 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
22 000 Sl icon.png
450 Ge icon.png
Mods weapon.png
M163_Minigun_new_gun
Research:
4 600 Rp icon.png
Cost:
8 500 Sl icon.png
170 Ge icon.png
Mods gunpods.png
Gun pod M18A1
Research:
4 600 Rp icon.png
Cost:
8 500 Sl icon.png
170 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow 1.png
Mods pilon block rocket.png
M200A1
Research:
4 600 Rp icon.png
Cost:
8 500 Sl icon.png
170 Ge icon.png
Mods cannon.png
M129
Research:
8 500 Rp icon.png
Cost:
16 000 Sl icon.png
320 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow 1.png
Mods gunpods.png
Gun pod XM-35
Research:
14 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
26 000 Sl icon.png
520 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods weapon.png
grenade_launcher_M129_new_gun
Research:
12 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
22 000 Sl icon.png
450 Ge icon.png
Mods ammo.png
ah_1g_xm35_belt_pack
Research:
12 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
22 000 Sl icon.png
450 Ge icon.png

Armaments

Offensive armament

Main articles: M129 (40 mm), M134 Minigun (7.62 mm)

The Tzefa A is armed with:

  • A choice between two presets:
    • 2 x 7.62 mm M134 Minigun machine guns (4,000 rpg = 8,000 total)
    • 2 x 40 mm M129 cannons (300 rpg = 600 total)

Suspended armament

Main articles: FFAR Mighty Mouse, M195 (20 mm), M134 Minigun (7.62 mm)

The Tzefa A can be outfitted with the following ordnance:

  • Without load
  • 28 x FFAR Mighty Mouse rockets
  • 76 x FFAR Mighty Mouse rockets
  • 2 x 7.62 mm M134 Minigun machine guns (1,500 rpg = 3,000 total)
  • 1 x 20 mm M195 cannon (950 rpg)

Custom loadout options

1 2 3 4
Hardpoints Tzefa A.png
20 mm M195 cannons (950 rpg) 1
7.62 mm M134 Minigun machine guns (1500 rpg) 1 1
FFAR Mighty Mouse rockets 7, 19 7, 19 7, 19 7, 19

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

Summarise and briefly evaluate the vehicle in terms of its characteristics and combat effectiveness. Mark its pros and cons in the bulleted list. Try not to use more than 6 points for each of the characteristics. Avoid using categorical definitions such as "bad", "good" and the like - use substitutions with softer forms such as "inadequate" and "effective".

Pros:

  • High maneuverability
  • Lots of rockets
  • Low profile makes it a small target to hit
  • Airframe of the helicopter is very resilient
  • High speed

Cons:

  • Being shot in the engine/tail is almost guaranteed to kill you
  • Low climb rate
  • Cannot stop quickly if needed

History

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Media

Skins

See also

Related development

External links

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  • topic on the official game forum;
  • other literature.


Bell Aircraft Corporation
Aircraft 
Fighters  P-39N-0 · P-39Q-5
  P-400
  P-63A-10 · P-63A-5 · P-63C-5 · ␠Kingcobra
Jet Fighters  P-59A
Export  ▂P-39K-1 · ▂Pokryshkin's P-39N-0 · ▂P-39Q-15 · ▄P-39Q-25
  ▂P-63A-5 · ▂P-63A-10 · ▂P-63C-5 · ▄P-63C-5
Helicopters 
Attack  AH-1F · AH-1G · AH-1Z · AH-1W
  OH-58D
Utility  UH-1B · UH-1C · UH-1C XM-30
Export/Licensed  ▅UH-1B · ◄UH-1D
  Tzefa A · Tzefa B · Tzefa D/E · ▅AH-1S early · ▅AH-1S · ▅AH-1S Kisarazu · ␗AH-1W
  ␗OH-58D
See Also  Fuji Heavy Industries · Agusta

Israel helicopters
Attack 
MD 500  Lahatut
Battle Hawk  AH-60
Cobra  Tzefa D/E · Tzefa A · Tzefa B
Apache  Saraph · Peten · AH-64A Peten

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