How fast is the CH 53 Super Stallion?

196 mph
Sikorsky CH-53E Super Stallion/Top speed

Was the CH 53 in Vietnam?

The CH-53A arrived in Vietnam in January 1967 and proved useful, eventually recovering even more downed aircraft than the CH-54. A total of 141 CH-53As were built, including the two prototypes. The U.S. Navy acquired 15 CH-53As from the USMC in 1971 for airborne mine countermeasures (AMCM) activities.

Can a helicopter lift an armored car?

The heavy-lift helicopter of the Marine Corps can carry a 26,000-pound Light Armored Vehicle, 16 tons of cargo 50 miles and back, or enough combat-loaded Marines to lead an assault or humanitarian operation.

What is the biggest Sikorsky helicopter?

Sikorsky CH-53E Super Stallion
Super Helicopters The Sikorsky CH-53E Super Stallion is the largest and heaviest helicopter in the United States military. As the Sikorsky S-80 it was developed .

Who makes the CH-53E?

Sikorsky Aircraft
Sikorsky CH-53E Super Stallion/Manufacturers

What happened to the CH-53D Sea Stallion?

The CH-53D Sea Stallion is a medium lift helicopter used by the Marines Corps. It is being replaced by the MV-22 Osprey and the heavy lift mission has been taken over by the more capable, three-engine CH-53E Super Stallion. The CH-53D rolled off Sikorsky’s production line in 1967 with 126 aircraft deliveries made to the Marine Corps through 1971.

Is the CH-53D still in the military?

It is being replaced by the MV-22 Osprey and the heavy lift mission has been taken over by the more capable, three-engine CH-53E Super Stallion. The CH-53D rolled off Sikorsky’s production line in 1967 with 126 aircraft deliveries made to the Marine Corps through 1971.

What kind of helicopter is a Sea Stallion?

The CH-53 Sea Stallion (Sikorsky S-65) is a family of heavy-lift transport helicopters designed and built by Sikorsky Aircraft. Originally developed for use by the United States Marine Corps, it is currently in service with Germany, Iran, Israel, and Mexico.

What is the difference between a CH-53 and a TH-53?

The TH-53As were stripped of most operational equipment and painted in USAF camouflage colors. The Sikorsky CH-53 Sea Stallion is a heavy lift military transport helicopter. The CH-53A carries a crew of four; pilot, copilot, crew chief, and an aerial observer.