Russian attack helicopter Mi-28NM “Night Hunter” received a new generation of missile weapons. Also, changes were made to the cannon armament..
The newest attack Mi-28NM received a more expanded range of missile weapons, including both managed, and unguided missiles. Besides, added bomb weapons to the helicopter. As the chief designer of the program said “Combat helicopters” National Helicopter Center Vitaly Shcherbina in an interview with TASS, the cannon armament was also modernized on the helicopter, it concerns the installation itself. She got lighter and got new controls.
earlier it was reported, that the armament of the Mi-28NM is largely unified with “Kamov” machine Ka-52M, includes long-range missiles “Hermes-A”, anti-tank missiles, and “article 305” – aircraft cruise missile with a range of up to 100 km.
Also, the helicopter got the ability to control drones both directly from the cockpit, and through ground stations. Besides, Mi-28NM can launch kamikaze drones by itself using a special launcher.
Mi-28nm – high-performance all-weather attack helicopter of the new generation, designed to perform a wide range of tasks. The machine was created taking into account the combat experience of using a helicopter in Syria. The Mi-28NM airborne radar equipment includes an innovative helmet-mounted target designation and indication system. The machine is equipped with a new radar station H025, allowing you to conduct a circular review, as well as a new electronic warfare system. Mi-28NM is equipped with a second set of controls, which significantly increases the survivability of the machine.
just before 2027 year, the Ministry of Defense will receive 98 new Mi-28NM helicopters, supply contract already signed.
