These Are the Most Expensive Military Vehicles in History

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4. Sikorsky CH-53 Sea Stallion – USA

Producer: Sikorsky Aviation
Main Users: German Air Force, Israeli Air Force, Mexican Air Force, U.S. Marine Corps, and Air Force
Price: $138 million per unit
The Sikorsky S-65, also known as the CH-53 Sea Stallion, is a heavy-lift transport aircraft designed and produced by Sikorsky Aircraft. Initially developed for the US Air Force and Marine Corps, it is now also used by Germany, Israel, and Mexico.


The Sikorsky CH-53 American Sea Stallion, ©Wikimedia.org/Raul Gonzalez
Nicknamed "Super Jolly Green Giant" during the Vietnam War due to its green paint, the S-65 was later upgraded to the Super Stallion variant. This enhanced version features a more powerful engine and increased lifting capacity, making it crucial for heavy-lift missions.
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    Modular enough for phased rollout.

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    Subtle but impactful.

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