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About This Quiz
Do you consider yourself a student of the military? Do you know enough about the helicopters used by the army to pass this image quiz? We've compiled a list of 50 military helicopters; challenge yourself to identify them all.
Helicopters are a staple of any modern military. For the most part, military helicopters are used to transport troops, but some have been modified to do more than merely carry passengers from one location to another - they may be used to defend or attack. By adjusting helicopters from their original mission of transportation, search and rescue, and medical evacuation, they may then be used as specialized tools for observation, anti-tank missions, and attack.Â
To prepare helicopters for such missions, they are outfitted with guns, missiles, rockets, sensors, and radar systems. Regardless of the purpose, these pieces of specialized equipment are light and agile enough to get the job done.
You'll have to know your military helicopters well to be able to pass this quiz, but if you can guess all 50 of them correctly, you'll be rewarded with bragging rights. Do you think you have the right stuff?
Take this quiz to find out how many of these 50 military helicopters you can identify.
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
AH-64 Apache
OH-58 Kiowa Warrior
MH-60R Seahawk
CH-47F Chinook
The CH-47F Chinook can more than pull its weight. In fact, thanks to its powerful twin engine build, it has proven to be one of the heaviest lifting helicopters of all time.
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian
As a result of the new capabilities that it boasted, the AH-64D Block III was retitled and debuted as the AH-64E Guardian. In addition to more powerful engines, this model provided increased payload capacity and the ability to control UAVs.
Z-10
Bell AH-1 Cobra
AgustaWestland AW139M
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
Mil Mi-24 Hind
Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk
AH-64 Apache
Perhaps one of the most iconic attack helicopters in the world, the current AH-64 Apache and its predecessors have become a core part of the defense force of many countries. This US-made helicopter is now used by Japan, the Netherlands, Greece and many other nations.
Westland Sea King
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
AW109 LUH
Denel AH-2 Rooivalk
AW159 Wildcat
Although it is a military helicopter, the AW159 Wildcat is most often used for search and rescue, and as a utility aircraft. This model is primarily utilized by the United Kingdom’s Royal Navy and the British Army.
MQ-8 Fire Scout
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
Z-18F
Eurocopter UH-72 Lakota
Bell AH-1Z Viper
The Bell AH-1Z Viper is a favorite of the Marines and one of the most reliable attack helicopters in the world. Compared to older models, the Bell AH-1Z Viper has longer range detection capabilities and upgraded weapons systems.
EC 725
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
Ka-52 Alligator
AW101 Merlin
This popular European helicopter is extremely useful in a military capacity, but it has also been utilized in many domestic civilian situations as well. It is hefty enough to handle a full medical team, more than a dozen stretchers or more than 40 soldiers (standing).
NH90
Westland Lynx
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
Aérospatiale Alouette III
Mil Mi-28 Havoc
Mil Mi-26 Halo
Sikorsky SH-3 Sea King
As the name suggests, the Sikorsky SH-3 Sea King has been utilized by several navies from different countries around the world. It was the world’s first amphibious helicopter and was designed for anti-submarine warfare.
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
Eurocopter Tiger
T-129
Branded as an all-weather helicopter, the T-129 is an attack helicopter that is capable of handling hot and high environments. While it does pack a strong punch, the T-129 is also used for tactical reconnaissance.
Ka-27PL
Kaman HH-43 Huskie
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
V-22 Osprey
With a production lifespan of almost 30 years, the V-22 Osprey has more than proven its worth to both the Air Force and the Marines. While prototypes existed beforehand, the V-22 Osprey is the first production tiltrotor aircraft in the world.
Z-18
Mi-38
Mil Mi-24 Hind
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
Aerospatiale SA341 Gazelle
BELL UH-1 Iroquois
The BELL UH-1 Iroquois were widely used in the Vietnam War – approximately 7000 of them were deployed. There are numerous historic Bell UH-1 Iroquois helicopters on display at military bases and museums around the U.S.
Agusta A129 Mangusta
AH-1W SuperCobra
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
Mi-8
AW109
Kaman HH-43 Huskie
Aérospatiale Alouette III
As the name suggests, the Aérospatiale Alouette III is a French developed helicopter. It is mainly used for utility purposes (such as being an aerial ambulance) by the French Armed Forces.
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
SH-2G Super Seasprite
Kamov Ka-52 Hokum-B
One of the first things that comes to mind when the Kamov Ka-52 Hokum-B is mentioned is its characteristic coaxial rotor design. This Russian attack helicopter is solely used by the Russian Air Force and the Egyptian Air Force.
Mi-17
Aerospatiale SA341 Gazelle
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
Mil Mi-28 Havoc
The Mil Mi-28 Havoc lives up to its name well, as it is first and foremost designed to be an anti-armor attack helicopter. The Russian-made Mil Mi-28 Havoc is both deadly and durable – a strong combination.
Bell H-13 Sioux
Sikorsky SH-3 Sea King
CH-53E Super Stallion
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
AH-1W SuperCobra
Eurocopter Tiger
This European helicopter was initially planned to be used by Germany and France as a means of repelling Soviet ground forces during the Cold War. It emerged from development years later as a multipurpose attack helicopter, instead of being solely anti-tank.
Ka-27PL
Denel AH-2 Rooivalk
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
Mi-28N Night Hunter
Westland Lynx
NH90
While it may not be known for packing a punch, this utility military helicopter debuted with only fly by wire flight controls – the first production helicopter to do so. It is currently utilized by several European countries.
MH-60R Seahawk
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
H-34 SeaHorse
CH-53E Super Stallion
AW109 LUH
Z-10
Designed by the Russians and utilized by the Chinese, approximately 100 of these durable attack helicopters have been built, to date. While it can be used for air-to-air confrontations, this helicopter’s true purpose is as an anti-tank vehicle.
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
Z-18F
OH-58 Kiowa Warrior
Mi-8
The Mi-8 currently holds the title of being the most-produced helicopter in the world. Over 17,000 units have been made and production of this Russian-made transport helicopter still continues to this day.
Mi-38
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
CH-53E Super Stallion
The CH-53E Super Stallion’s name is somewhat fitting, seeing as it is both the heaviest and largest helicopter that is used by the US military. While other military helicopters have rotors with four blades, this helicopter has a distinctive seven blade design.
EC 725
Agusta A129 Mangusta
Hughes MH-6 Little Bird
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian
MQ-8 Fire Scout
Z-18
Denel AH-2 Rooivalk
Primarily utilized by the South African Air Force, only a dozen Denel AH-2 Rooivalk helicopters have been made, to date. This attack helicopter places a strong focus on durability, both against weapons and the climate.
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
Agusta A129 Mangusta
The Agusta A129 Mangusta is known for being a fast and strong attack helicopter. It is designed and produced entirely in Europe – proudly being the first attack helicopter to have this accolade.
BELL UH-1 Iroquois
Aérospatiale Alouette III
Ka-27PL
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
OH-58 Kiowa Warrior
Mil Mi-24 Hind
The Russian-made Mil Mi-24 Hind has been in operation since the '70s and is still being used to this day. While it is primarily used by the Russian Air Force, it is also utilized by at least 50 other entities.
Z-9EC
Bell AH-1 Cobra
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
Mi-28N Night Hunter
Ka-52 Alligator
Westland Lynx
MH-60R Seahawk
This durable helicopter started being utilized by the US Navy in the '80s and is still being used today. The MH-60R Seahawk could be thought of as the brother of the UH-60 Black Hawk, the US Army helicopter off which it is based.
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
V-22 Osprey
Bell H-13 Sioux
This now retired US helicopter was introduced in the 1940s and was utilized by the US Army, the US Air Force, and the US Navy. Over 2000 of them were made and served as observation and utility vehicles.
Aerospatiale SA341 Gazelle
Mil Mi-26 Halo
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
Sikorsky H-5
The Sikorsky H-5 was first produced in 1944. Since then, a slew of variants have been developed based on it. One of the most notable of these is the Westland Dragonfly.
Hughes MH-6 Little Bird
EC 725
Aérospatiale Alouette III
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
Sikorsky SH-3 Sea King
Kamov Ka-52 Hokum-B
AH-1W SuperCobra
The older brother of the single engine AH-1 Cobra, the AH-1W Super Cobra served as an integral part of the United States Marines for several decades. It is gradually being replaced by the AH-1Z Viper.
MQ-8 Fire Scout
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
T-129
NH90
Aerospatiale SA341 Gazelle
Over 1700 Aerospatiale SA341 Gazelle helicopters have been made over the last 30 years. It is a well-equipped, light utility helicopter fit for scouting duties and light transport operations. The Aerospatiale SA341 Gazelle is used by French, British and Egyptian forces.
Z-9EC
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
Bell AH-1Z Viper
Eurocopter UH-72 Lakota
Both the United States Navy and the United States Army have used this helicopter for over 20 years and they are still using them in some limited capacity to this day. The Eurocopter UH-72 Lakota functions primarily as a light utility military helicopter.
H-34 SeaHorse
Z-18F
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
Ka-52 Alligator
This Russian scout and attack helicopter uses a coaxial rotor design in an effort to maximize efficiency in mobility. Over 100 have been built and they are still being used today.
Sikorsky H-5
Z-10
MH-60R Seahawk
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
CH-47F Chinook
T-129
Mi-28N Night Hunter
The Night Hunter is the name for the Russian exclusive prototype of the Mi-28N. The main purpose for creating this helicopter was to develop an efficient attack helicopter that had anti-armor capabilities.
Mil Mi-28 Havoc
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
Bell H-13 Sioux
Ka-27PL
This Russian helicopter is mainly utilized by the navy in three countries –Russia, India, and Ukraine. It serves as a light transport helicopter in some situations but it is primarily used for anti-submarine purposes.
Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk
SH-2G Super Seasprite
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
AW159 Wildcat
Bell AH-1 Cobra
AH-64 Apache
AgustaWestland AW139
This utility helicopter is used for many purposes (patrol, transport, medical service, search and rescue, etc.) by both military and civic organizations. Over 700 units have been made and they are still being produced today.
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
AW101 Merlin
Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian
Westland Sea King
The British brother of the American-made Sikorsky S-6, the Westland Sea King serves a slightly different role in the Royal Navy. It is primarily used as a transport and utility vehicle.
Mi-17
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
BELL UH-1 Iroquois
Z-18
CH-53E Super Stallion
Kaman HH-43 Huskie
This retired helicopter was most often used as an aid to firefighting. It was also an effective search and rescue helicopter.
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
AH-1W SuperCobra
Boeing CH-46 Sea Knight
While it was in use by the United States Marine Corps, the Boeing CH-46 Sea Knight served as an all-weather, day-or-night assault helicopter. It was also used to transport supplies, troops and equipment.
Mi-38
Kamov Ka-52 Hokum-B
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
Mi-8
Bell AH-1Z Viper
Kaman HH-43 Huskie
SH-2G Super Seasprite
The SH-2G Super Seasprite was retired by the US but is still in use by several smaller navies around the world. It is mainly used as an anti-surface and anti-submarine helicopter.
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
OH-58 Kiowa Warrior
The OH-58 Kiowa Warrior is utilized by the United States Army but it has also been exported to several countries around the world. The OH-58 Kiowa Warrior serves primarily as a reconnaissance and observation helicopter.
Westland Sea King
AW101 Merlin
Eurocopter Tiger
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
Agusta A129 Mangusta
Sikorsky SH-3 Sea King
Hughes MH-6 Little Bird
This small helicopter is utilized by the United States Army as an extraction/insertion vehicle and also for observation. Its effectiveness in the field has earned it the nickname “Killer Egg."
AgustaWestland AW139
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
Z-9EC
While its predecessors were utilized by the Chinese, the Z-9EC was produced to be used by the Pakistan Naval Air Arm. Unlike other versions, the Z-9EC is specifically used for anti-submarine warfare.
Eurocopter UH-72 Lakota
CH-47F Chinook
Denel AH-2 Rooivalk
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
V-22 Osprey
AW159 Wildcat
Mil Mi-26 Halo
With over 300 units produced between 1980 and the present, the Mil Mi-26 Halo has more than proven its worth in the Russian Air Force. Its primary purpose is to be used as a heavy lift cargo helicopter.
Mil Mi-24 Hind
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
Eurocopter Tiger
H-34 SeaHorse
The H-34 SeaHorse served many roles throughout history in the United States military, however, the most common role was always simply as an effective means of aerial transport. It is still being used in civilian service to this day.
Sikorsky H-5
Boeing CH-46 Sea Knight
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
Z-10
Ka-52 Alligator
CH-47F Chinook
Bell AH-1 Cobra
Over 1000 of these attack helicopters have been manufactured and used around the world by different nations. However, nowadays, in the US several units have even been converted to utility aircraft for fighting forest fires.
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
Mi-8
Eurocopter UH-72 Lakota
V-22 Osprey
EC 725
Nicknamed the Super Cougar, this French-made helicopter had its first flight in 2000 and is still in service. It is primarily used as a tactical transport helicopter, capable of seating up to 29 troops and 2 crew members.
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
AH-64 Apache
Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk
With over 4000 units produced since 1974, the Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk is an integral part of the US Army and a few other militaries around the world. It fills a central role as a general utility helicopter.
AgustaWestland AW139
AW101 Merlin
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
Z-18
The Chinese designed and built the Z-18 as a direct replacement for the Z-8. It is primarily used for both transport and anti-submarine warfare by the People’s Liberation Army.
NH90
Sikorsky H-5
Bell AH-1Z Viper
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk
MQ-8 Fire Scout
The MQ-8 Fire Scout is distinctive for being designed as an unmanned autonomous helicopter. It can provide aerial firing support, as well as reconnaissance and targeting support.
Mil Mi-26 Halo
T-129
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
AW109 LUH
Primarily used by European militaries and their air based forces, the AW109 LUH has been active for over 30 years. As the name suggests, this model primarily functions as a light utility helicopter.
Hughes MH-6 Little Bird
BELL UH-1 Iroquois
Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
SH-2G Super Seasprite
Westland Lynx
Initially the Westland Lynx was supposed to be designed so that it could fill both military and civil roles effectively. However, this multi-purpose helicopter was instead later designed to cater solely towards military needs
Bell H-13 Sioux
Boeing CH-46 Sea Knight
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Which military helicopter is shown in this picture?
Mi-28N Night Hunter
Mil Mi-28 Havoc
Mi-17
This Russian helicopter has been manufactured for over 40 years and to date, well over 10,000 units have been made. It has been used primarily as a transport helicopter by Russia and at least 60 other countries.
AW159 Wildcat
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