Ranking the World’s Most Formidable Combat Helicopters

LanternVector Updated 2025-09-21

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9. Bell AH-1 Super Cobra: The Versatile Attack Helicopter

The Bell AH-1 Super Cobra, with a maximum takeoff weight of 4.5 tons (10,000 pounds), is an attack helicopter built for demanding missions. It can reach a top speed of 282 km/h (175 mph) and measures 13.7 meters (45 feet 9 inches) in length and 3.3 meters (10 feet 9 inches) in height. This aircraft is designed for two crew members.
Its armament is powerful and diverse, including a 20 mm three-barrel M197 Gatling cannon, 2.75-inch and 5-inch (Zuni) rockets, and AIM-9 Sidewinder air-to-air missiles. These features make it a formidable presence on the battlefield, able to adapt to different types of combat. After the Vietnam War, Bell’s legendary Cobra was upgraded to the Super Cobra, boosting its performance and versatility.

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