The primary role of Gazelle is observation and reconnaissance. It is a vital component of anti-tank helicopter operations and is also used in a wide variety of supporting roles - Air Observation Post(AOP) – to direct Artillery fire, Airborne Forward Air Controller(ABFAC) – to direct ground-attack aircraft, casualty evacuation, liaison, and command and control, and communications relay. Equipped with a Ferranti AF 532 stabilised, magnifying observation aid.



Crew: 2+3 passengers
Length (Fuselage): 9.53m;
Height: 3.18m;
Rotor Diameter: 10.5m;
Maximum Speed: 265 kph;
Cruising Speed: 233 kph;
Range: 670km;
Engine: 592 shp Turbomeca/Rolls-Royce Astazou 111N2;
Weight: 1,800 kg (max take off);
Combat Radius Approx: 100 Km with 2 hour loiter.
Armament: 2 x 7.62mm machine guns (not a standard fitting).

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