Rudra is the Weaponised version of the Advanced Light Helicopter (Dhruv) designed and developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to meet the requirements of Indian Army & Air Force. The multi role helicopter of 5.8 Ton class is powered by two Shakti Engines

    Salient Features:

    • Excellent hover performance
    • Designed for high rate of climb performance
    • Adequate safety margins in the event of single engine failure
    • Ideal for operations from unprepared surfaces and slopes
    • Designed to perform cost effective operations due to better fuel efficiency and low maintenance cost

    • Roles:
      • Anti-tank
      • Scout
      • Fire support
      • Armed reconnaissance and surveillance
      • Escort
      • EW platform
    • Weapons:
      • 20 mm Turret Gun
      • 70 mm Rocket System
      • Air to Air Missile
    • Mission Sensors:
      • Electronic Warfare (EW) Suite
      • Helmet Pointing System (HPS)
      • Electro Optical (EO)-Pod.
      • Video and Data Recorder (VDR)
      • Flare and Chaff Dispenser (FCD)

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    Helicopter Division, Bangalore

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