The 9 best military attack helicopters in the world

Attack helicopters are fierce predators that go afterenemy troop formations and guard friendlies. Here are the 9 that most effectively prowl the battlefield:SEE ALSO:We climbed into an Apache helicopter's cockpit and saw why it's one of the most difficult aircraft to fly1. Ka-52 "Alligator"Capable of operating at high altitude and speed, the two-seaterKa-52snags the top spot from the usual winner, the Apache. The Alligator's anti-ship missiles have better range than theApache and the helicopter boasts similar armor and air-to-air capability. A one-seat version, the Ka-50, is also lethal.2. AH-64 ApacheThe AH-64 is armed with a lot of weapons including Hellfire missiles, 70mm rockets, and a 30mm automatic cannon. Its tracks and prioritizes 256 contacts with advanced radar and targeting systems. Optional Stinger or Sidewindermissiles turn it into an air-to-air platform.The newest version,AH-64EGuardian, is more efficient, faster, and can link to drones.3. Mi-28N "Havoc"The night-capable version of theMi-28, the "Havoc"carries anti-tank missiles that can pierce a meter of armor. It also has pods for 80mm unguided rockets, five 122mm rockets grenade launchers, 23mm guns, 12.7mm or 7.62mm machine guns, or bombs. It also has a 30mm cannon mounted under its nose.See the rest of the story at Business Insider
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