The US Army Has The Fastest Attack Helicopter in the World

"Attack helicopters are important due to their ability to deliver direct and immediate firepower, provide close air support to ground troops, and execute anti-armor operations. Their ability to hover, maneuver in tight spaces, and deliver precise attacks makes them uniquely effective in modern warfare. Their development and deployment reflect an ongoing evolution in tactical military engagements where speed, agility, and accuracy are paramount."

"Its overall design is somewhat based on the AH-1 Cobra of the Vietnam War era but it brings upgraded firepower and speed to the table. This new twin-engine iteration is outfitted with two General Electric T700-GE-401C turboshaft engines capable of 1,800 horsepower each, which allow it to reach speeds of over 250 mph, leaving other choppers in the dust. Here, 24/7 Wall St. is taking a closer look at the fastest attack helicopters on Earth."

The fastest modern attack helicopter in U.S. service, introduced in 2010, features a design influenced by the AH-1 Cobra while offering greater speed and firepower. That twin-engine variant uses two General Electric T700-GE-401C turboshafts of 1,800 horsepower each, enabling speeds over 250 mph. A catalog of military helicopters and manufacturer specifications were reviewed and helicopters were ranked by top speed, with supplemental details on type, introduction year, origin, manufacturer, top speed, and armament. Models identified among the fastest include OH-58 Kiowa, HESA Shahed 285/AH-85, PANHA 2091, Z-19, TAI T-129, AH-1 variants, Z-11, Denel AH-2 Rooivalk, OH-1 Ninja, HAL Prachanda, and A129 Mangusta. Attack helicopters provide close air support, anti-armor capability, and precision engagement, benefiting from hover, agility, and speed in modern warfare.

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