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Army’s Rudra Attack Chopper Unleashes Fire and Steel on Mountain Targets – Watch Video

Three armed helicopters, part of the Indian Army’s aviation unit, conducted a successful test of the new generation rocket and turret ammunition system from the Rudra, which is the combat version of the Dhruv helicopter and the first indigenous attack chopper. They took off from an airfield in the northeast and flew in formation to the firing zone ahead of their targets. One of the helicopters then unleashed a barrage of steel and fire upon the designated targets.

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In a video posted on social media (referred to as “X”), the Indian Army’s Spear Corps showcased the heads-up display (HUD) of the Rudra attack helicopter while it was firing rockets and using the nose-mounted gun capable of penetrating light armor. The gunner in the Rudra maintained precise aim on the targets by keeping the digital reticle in the HUD firmly fixed on them.

The successful test of the New Generation Rocket and Turret Ammunition from the Rudra demonstrated its effectiveness in enhancing the strike capability and lethality in mountainous terrain. The Corps Commander commended the aviators for their professionalism and operational readiness in this endeavor.

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The Rudra helicopter was designed and developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) to meet the requirements of both the Indian Air Force and the army. Weighing 5.8 tonnes, this multirole chopper serves several crucial roles, including tank destruction, scouting ahead of the main force, providing fire support to ground troops, and conducting armed reconnaissance and surveillance.

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HAL boasts on its website that the Rudra’s hover performance is “excellent,” designed for a high rate of climb with sufficient safety margins in case of a single engine failure. This makes it suitable for operations from unprepared surfaces and slopes. The Rudra can be equipped with a 20 mm turret gun, a 70 mm rocket system, and air-to-air missiles, making it a versatile and capable asset for the Indian Army.

Priyanka Rai

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