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== Description == | == Description == | ||
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− | + | The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a premium gift rank {{Specs|rank}} British attack helicopter {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update "Drone Age"]]. | |
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{{Specs-Heli-Armour}} | {{Specs-Heli-Armour}} | ||
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=== Modifications and economy === | === Modifications and economy === | ||
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The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with: | The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with: | ||
− | * 1 x 20 mm GI2 cannon, nose turret (700 rpg) | + | * A choice between two presets: |
− | * | + | ** 1 x 20 mm GI2 cannon, nose turret (700 rpg) |
+ | ** 1 x 20 mm GI2 cannon + 170 x countermeasures | ||
=== Suspended armament === | === Suspended armament === | ||
{{Specs-Heli-Suspended}} | {{Specs-Heli-Suspended}} | ||
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+ | {{main|Mistral|ZT-6 Mokopa|FZ49}} | ||
− | The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance: | + | The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance presets: |
+ | * 76 x FZ49 rockets | ||
+ | * 4 x Mistral missiles | ||
+ | * 4 x Mistral missiles + 76 x FZ49 rockets | ||
+ | * 16 x ZT-6 Mokopa missiles | ||
+ | * 16 x ZT-6 Mokopa missiles + 4 x Mistral missiles | ||
+ | * 8 x ZT-6 Mokopa missiles + 4 x Mistral missiles + 38 x FZ49 rockets | ||
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== Usage in battles == | == Usage in battles == | ||
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=== Pros and cons === | === Pros and cons === | ||
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== History == | == History == | ||
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− | The combat experience gained by the SAAF during the conventional phase of the South African Border War revealed the need for a dedicated attack helicopter designed specifically to destroy enemy tanks. | + | The combat experience gained by the SAAF during the conventional phase of the South African Border War revealed the need for a dedicated attack helicopter designed specifically to destroy enemy tanks. |
− | The NATO arms embargo forced South Africa to start its own research programs to create this type of helicopter, along with its own helicopter industry as a whole. Two parallel programs were initiated to develop helicopter production technologies - one based on the SA 326B Alouette III (airframe, engine, propeller), the second - based on the SA 330J Puma (avionics, weapons). | + | The NATO arms embargo forced South Africa to start its own research programs to create this type of helicopter, along with its own helicopter industry as a whole. Two parallel programs were initiated to develop helicopter production technologies - one based on the SA 326B Alouette III (airframe, engine, propeller), the second - based on the SA 330J Puma (avionics, weapons). |
− | In 1990, after four years of development and testing, the first experimental prototype of the attack helicopter Rooivalk ( | + | In 1990, after four years of development and testing, the first experimental prototype of the attack helicopter Rooivalk (Africaans “red kestrel”) took to the skies - a completely domestic South African attack helicopter with avionics, electronics, sighting system and world-class weapons. An advanced prototype, modified to the requirements of the US Army with perspectives for possible export, was presented to the public at an air show in Dubai in 1993, and a year later, the helicopter was bidding for the British Ministry of Defence tender. |
As for the internal needs of South Africa, an ordered series of 12 aircraft began entering service in 1998. During this time, continuous research and technological improvements were applied. A large-scale upgrade was undertaken as the Rooivalk Mk1 program, which included 130 improvements during the construction stage of the first six helicopters. Of the 12 Rooivalk Mk1 CSH (Combat Support Helicopter) units produced, 11 are currently in service with the SAAF 16th Squadron in Bloemfontein. | As for the internal needs of South Africa, an ordered series of 12 aircraft began entering service in 1998. During this time, continuous research and technological improvements were applied. A large-scale upgrade was undertaken as the Rooivalk Mk1 program, which included 130 improvements during the construction stage of the first six helicopters. Of the 12 Rooivalk Mk1 CSH (Combat Support Helicopter) units produced, 11 are currently in service with the SAAF 16th Squadron in Bloemfontein. | ||
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;Videos | ;Videos | ||
− | {{Youtube-gallery | + | {{Youtube-gallery|Ah9gpdy7IPI|'''The Shooting Range #333''' - ''Metal Beasts'' section at 00:27 discusses the {{PAGENAME}}.}} |
== See also == | == See also == | ||
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* [[wt:en/news/7863-development-rooivalk-mk1f-csh-heavy-accent-en|[Devblog] Rooivalk Mk1F CSH: Heavy Accent]] | * [[wt:en/news/7863-development-rooivalk-mk1f-csh-heavy-accent-en|[Devblog] Rooivalk Mk1F CSH: Heavy Accent]] | ||
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{{Britain helicopters}} | {{Britain helicopters}} |
Revision as of 19:00, 19 December 2022
Contents
Description
The Rooivalk Mk1F CSH is a premium gift rank VI British attack helicopter with a battle rating of 10.7 (AB/SB) and 11.3 (RB). It was introduced in Update "Drone Age".
General info
Flight performance
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) | |
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AB | RB | ||
Stock | ___ | ___ | 6098 |
Upgraded | ___ | ___ |
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
Armaments
Ballistic Computer | ||
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CCIP (Guns) | CCIP (Rockets) | CCIP (Bombs) |
Offensive armament
The Rooivalk Mk1F CSH is armed with:
- A choice between two presets:
- 1 x 20 mm GI2 cannon, nose turret (700 rpg)
- 1 x 20 mm GI2 cannon + 170 x countermeasures
Suspended armament
The Rooivalk Mk1F CSH can be outfitted with the following ordnance presets:
- 76 x FZ49 rockets
- 4 x Mistral missiles
- 4 x Mistral missiles + 76 x FZ49 rockets
- 16 x ZT-6 Mokopa missiles
- 16 x ZT-6 Mokopa missiles + 4 x Mistral missiles
- 8 x ZT-6 Mokopa missiles + 4 x Mistral missiles + 38 x FZ49 rockets
Custom loadout options
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | ||
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FZ49 rockets | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | |||
Mistral missiles | 2 | 2 | |||||
ZT-6 Mokopa missiles | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
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:
Cons:
History
The combat experience gained by the SAAF during the conventional phase of the South African Border War revealed the need for a dedicated attack helicopter designed specifically to destroy enemy tanks.
The NATO arms embargo forced South Africa to start its own research programs to create this type of helicopter, along with its own helicopter industry as a whole. Two parallel programs were initiated to develop helicopter production technologies - one based on the SA 326B Alouette III (airframe, engine, propeller), the second - based on the SA 330J Puma (avionics, weapons).
In 1990, after four years of development and testing, the first experimental prototype of the attack helicopter Rooivalk (Africaans “red kestrel”) took to the skies - a completely domestic South African attack helicopter with avionics, electronics, sighting system and world-class weapons. An advanced prototype, modified to the requirements of the US Army with perspectives for possible export, was presented to the public at an air show in Dubai in 1993, and a year later, the helicopter was bidding for the British Ministry of Defence tender.
As for the internal needs of South Africa, an ordered series of 12 aircraft began entering service in 1998. During this time, continuous research and technological improvements were applied. A large-scale upgrade was undertaken as the Rooivalk Mk1 program, which included 130 improvements during the construction stage of the first six helicopters. Of the 12 Rooivalk Mk1 CSH (Combat Support Helicopter) units produced, 11 are currently in service with the SAAF 16th Squadron in Bloemfontein.
Media
- Skins
- Videos
See also
Links to the articles on the War Thunder Wiki that you think will be useful for the reader, for example:
- reference to the series of the helicopter;
- links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.
External links
Britain helicopters | |
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Attack | AH Mk.1 Apache · Rooivalk Mk1F CSH |
Utility | Wessex HU Mk.5 · Scout AH.Mk.1 · Wasp HAS.Mk.1 · Lynx AH.Mk.1 · G-LYNX |