The AH-1Z Viper: Most Advanced Attack Helicopter in the World

The AH-1Z Viper is the Marine Corps’ primary rotor-wing ground attack aircraft. The AH-1Z attack helicopter provides rotary wing close air support, anti-armor, armed escort, armed visual reconnaissance and fire support coordination capabilities under day night, and adverse weather conditions.
The AH-1Z Vipers is fielded in Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadrons, or HMLAs. Detachments from the HMLAs are deployed as part of Marine Expeditionary Units to support ship-based amphibious exercises and operations.
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[@STONEDARTphotos]

I flew the AH-1 in Viet Nam, 1968. I'm glad that they are still getting the job done. Amazing aircraft.

[@ontheupside9521]

Thank you for your service!

[@ontheupside9521]

@Harry Schurr so you were both attack and transport?

[@mannymv7338]

@Harry Schurr By that do you mean you aren't going to answer a simple online question without revenue?? What kind of balogna

[@flippinnickelproductions298]

Thanks! My dad flew UH-1 in 68 and 70

[@americaas1210]

What good is it to have the fully trained and equipped military, best and most expensive in the world if we’re afraid to use it to stop Russia!

[@user-wl1yr6zw3w]

If you've ever been stationed near the "chop" of the old two blade, you know how quiet the new rotor is. It was always badass, just glad to see and hear the updates.

[@maryhamilton2171]

I absolutely love working for Bell!! Built the cuff assembly’s that attach the blades to the viper! Inspected hundreds of the main & tail rotors also! Such a wonderful company 💯

[@jehrilahelicopter]

Wow

[@kukuruzgtxpravi8279]

@@jehrilahelicopter ahahahahahahha

[@Ghost-nw7kr]

Bell eats the hawk. Too bad us civilians operators can't get ahold of the venom to put the Blackhawks and the s70i to sleep.

[@MartinRodriguez-ox7vh]

Thank You Mary Hamilton For Providing Quality Product For Our US4CES . You Kept This Regular Component USMC Infantry Rifleman and Reconnaissance Marine In The Fight And Brought Me 🏠 Alive. I Thank You For Your Support.

[@dimwitsixtytwelve]

@Mary Hamilton how do I get a job? I have qualifications and several years experience in welding, machining, and composites.

[@roberthenry9319]

Best narrator voice on any military channel on the internet. That is because the narrator appears to be human. In any event, this is fabulous narration.

[@shaun5601]

Been working on the new platform for a while. It is quite the machine. My favorite thing is being within twenty feet of a takeoff and feeling the raw power of its rotor wash. I have the utmost respect for the men and women who fly these constantly. It’s tiring and taxing as they do it so well. Don’t even get me started with the maintenance crews. Talk about hard workers.

[@noahway13]

How much could be saved by eliminating the humans? (Drone) Besides the obvious human factors (salaries, more conservative missions, human exhaustion, etc) you wouldn't have to have as much armor. It could be made smaller and faster, and lighter. Or use the space for guns and gas.

[@bryand4326]

@@noahway13 Look at the firescout. Based on the Bell 407.

[@noahway13]

@@bryand4326 Hmm. I didn't know that. Well, so much for my innovation.

[@greyveteran7007]

@@noahway13 Bad Idea, Drone tanks/aircraft gives general's way to much Joyballs to attack without thought. Add to that all remote forces can and will be Hacked/Subverted. Iran has done that to several of our drones already, they now have direct Chinese support for tech. With drone warfare you don't hit the assets you destroy the Command Control Apparatus (Where the people are). I was a Crew chief on a CH-47, I have seen what happens just waiting for the balloon to go up. This shit is not a video game with a reset button. GenZ/Millennials seem to have no Idea that push button warfare will have Nukes frying/radiating mom's basements.

[@riaanpotgieter475]

As I started my career in the same industry, I understand your appreciation and appraisal for these individuals. People with passion, commitment and pride in what they do. Never saw these attributes in any other Industry. A pleasure to communicate with another individual who shares the same passion. Go well my friend.

[@JenkinsStevenD]

I appreciate the engineering excellence of Bell. My father flew the hueys in the 1970s and into the 1980s and if the didn't function as well as they did I might not be around today.

[@kamikazi4u]

The fact that I saw a few of the Marines I worked with makes me happy and sad at the same time. Sad that I won't see them again but happy that they are doing good.

[@jellymop]

It’s crazy this this helo has basically been flying since Vietnam. Updates and upgrades go a long way, B-52 are a testament as well. It’s also crazy how versatile it is, being so much smaller than many other attack helicopters. How does it hold onto all that advanced technology?

[@troywalker8078]

Velcro

[@joostdriesens3984]

@@troywalker8078 Ballistically tolerant velcro.. 😄

[@jellymop]

@@troywalker8078 😂

[@MarineScoutSniper]

@@troywalker8078 😂🤣

[@MarineScoutSniper]

Duct Tape. Gorilla Duct Tape.

[@TypeRyRy]

Watching Venoms and Vipers flying together is incredible. One reason why I love living near Camp Pendleton. :)

[@alanhoff89]

"It's the only helicopter with fully integrated air to air missiles" Literally all modern attack helicopters can carry air to air missiles.

[@americaas1210]

What good is it to have the fully trained and equipped military, best and most expensive in the world if we’re afraid to use it to stop Russia!

[@1Dylan1]

@@americaas1210 Turn brown children on the other side of the planet into ground beef.

[@davidbourgeois856]

It did specify "fully integrated". My SUV can carry them too.

[@alanhoff89]

@@davidbourgeois856 yes, we're talking about cargo choppers. Jenius.

[@davidbourgeois856]

Lol! It went right over your head "genius".

[@jessebauer7372]

It's amazing how the legacy of the legendary Cobra lives on!

[@jodyguilbeaux8225]

they could really chew up that 40 mile russian convoy, with no problem.

[@monjurealahisaiyan7586]

No. India's HAL Prachand is world most advanced fighter. Some days ago Indian politicians and defence expert announced that HAL Prachand is the most advanced attack helicopter. Evan it has great technology which isn't in Apache and viper attack helicopter. When our politicians and expert said it is the best helicopter that means it is. It is our indegious helicopter and it's engine is made by India. So, the regime of Apache's and viper's is over. US should focus on indian weapons now. Because, only indian weapons can make US successful against China

[@yomama629]

@@monjurealahisaiyan7586 lay off the fentanyl buddy

[@alexbrock2563]

Worked on and flew cobras for the first 10 years of my military career. But I'm here to tell you after being an Apache mechanic the ah1 Cobra is not the most sophisticated weapon system in the air among all the rotary wing aircraft.

[@infrasonicrebasses4763]

i agree 100% the apache also has MORE weapons too!!

[@jamilayahyaoui3773]

Do not worry wé all know that...the author of this topic doesnt know what réal deadly chopper must look like...the viper is a good one but not the most advanced attack chopper in the world

[@krisreddish3066]

I spent a couple years as a avionics tech for AH64A and AH64D. I know a bit about most of the systems on older Cobra but would love to get behind the wires and sensors on an AH1-Z to see how upgraded they are. Just going from a AH64A and D variant was a huge step. The switchology and MFDs in the 1Z bear a very strong resemblance to the AH64D.

[@egaluel]

@@joesephsmith7991 Stop saying served, you would do it for free

[@lordtartarsauceb8348]

@@infrasonicrebasses4763 thats actually not true. the cobra wins that only because it can carry outdated weapons.

[@kingtemplar-2779]

Seeing the AH-1Z Viper work is a true work of American firepower. Nothing can compare.

[@regizeelement8511]

@Spectacular Spectacular they always act this way… look at hypersonic missiles… China and Russia all the way

[@f1reguy587]

Russias choppers are the ugly variant of scary, even if the avionics aren’t as good, love how China copied the Blackhawk, that is one epic platform, the way bell is editing it is (I think) criminal, the vipers are I minimalistic solution to CAS without being offensive to it, I think it’s suited to that role over the Apache, I’m not sure what the role of the Apache really is, because it’s not like a chopper can take a hit and carry on loitering, so more armour only puts the pilots in a place of misguided comfort, it’s bigger, it’s louder and if your mission was to level a small town or large convoy in 5 minutes it’s got a purpose, but really I think the cobra could do the same, without being so bold.

[@kevino.7348]

@Spectacular Spectacular No one said they were invincible. Why all the negativity?

[@LawDawg717]

@@regizeelement8511 Two countries who kill their own citizens in the millions.

[@williams6206]

@Spectacular Spectacular i have one question. Why communist china always copy the us while their biggest ally is russia. I mean it will be easier for them since the are close... wait!!! I forgot former communist russia also copy the us.

[@Tigadee00]

This AH-1 looks worlds different from the Vietnam war era AH-1! The engines, rotors, payload, ECM and avionics, plus lots more bumps on the body than the skinny smooth Vietnam-era version. Wow!

[@gianpaolovillani6321]

The AH-1Z Viper is a beautiful helicopter, I want it to remain operational for many more decades, and never need to be replaced from the new helicopter.

[@omnianti0]

yes marines corpse seem abandon

[@Dra741]

The 4 bladed rotor was first recognized incredibly with the Hughes 409, you could fly in the proximity of a tornado and still have stability and even look at the tornado and fire around it, it was amazing but the composite materials that these kids are cranking out now it's amazing

[@bryanr8897]

I was gonna say, I gotta imagine the torque with 4 blades has to be imense.

[@bigchungus1848]

@@bryanr8897 double the amount of engines, and blades

[@dktopgun1571]

When I was in the Marine Corps in 1980s, we had AH-1T.. It was awesome to see it come in for an air support. I used to watch from the FO position.

[@monjurealahisaiyan7586]

No. India's HAL Prachand is world most advanced fighter. Some days ago Indian politicians and defence expert announced that HAL Prachand is the most advanced attack helicopter. Evan it has great technology which isn't in Apache and viper attack helicopter. When our politicians and expert said it is the best helicopter that means it is. It is our indegious helicopter and it's engine is made by India. So, the regime of Apache's and viper's is over. US should focus on indian weapons now. Because, only indian weapons can make US successful against China

[@JonathanH1253]

​@@monjurealahisaiyan7586 there are only 11 in existence... they are irrelevant. Until India makes more of them, they will remain irrelevant. By the time India does that, the Viper and Apache will have been upgraded even more and will be more advanced than the HAL.

[@Idahoguy10157]

The AH1Z fits the USMC’s needs in performance and logistics. Which attack helo is “most advanced” at any time depends on the variation and the the equipment updates.

[@beyond_the_infinite2098]

October 1983. My boss same day sent me to Hughes Aircraft in Tuscon where I received 1 day training with new equipment on how to calibrate the launchers, the gun, and helmet sight system on the AH-1T. Immediately flew to MAG 29 at Camp LeJuene to train marines on the new maintenance. They informed me of the intense firefight in Beruit after the marine baracks was blown up. They were readying for emergency deployment. Didn't want to let them down. We hustled and got several but not all Cobras calibrated in time. Total blackout in the media just how intense the fighting was.

[@dannyocean9129]

its always been my favorite attack chopper.

[@umami0247]

Was a crew chief back when we only had huey cobra and kiowa all two blade main rotor still great aircraft. Had a great time working on these and flying in them. Was a Kiowa crew chief but crewed huey also. Seems like the marines and navy are the only be a still using these modified cobras. But they are tanks of the air.

[@joeguy5989]

I got to see the first Super Cobra (to be called AH-1W) when I was stationed at MCAS Camp Pendleton, back in the 80's (HMA 169, I think now HMLA 169). It was a retrofitted/modified AH-1T Cobra. One of the good things about these cobras, was their maintenance records, uptime and downtime being better, (at the time), than the Apache, which was fairly new, back then (Which was explained to me by some of the pilots). Flight line mechanics I spoke to mentioned it was designed with the mechanic in mind, meaning it was easier to work on, and access the components.

[@spacecowboy_1962]

I was at MCAGCC 29 Palms early 80's. Those Cobra's were bad ass. I remember doing excersises with them flying over us and firing. Motivating shit. (1st Bat 4thMarDiv, 0341) Semper FI

[@4edward61]

HMA/HMLA-169 Viper guy here, too Joe. '85-'89. Agree with you on all that. Whiskey was an upgrade to the T-TOW, which was an upgrade to the Slick T, and an upgrade to the J. Most people don't realize the lineage of Marine Corps Cobras. Loved the W and glad to see the Vipers flying Vipers now! The value of Cobras isn't fully understood by all.

[@joeguy5989]

@@4edward61 I was still working on my OJT when Grenada happened and got transferred to HMT-303 from HMA 169, when Grenada Happened, but I still had friends in HMA 169. Elmo showed me the retrofitted AH-1W, and I was impressed. My memory might be shot, but I think they had it fly over the shops and airfield, in a demonstration , while we stood in formation. Good memories.

[@jeffdarnell7942]

It's been remodeled 2 or 3 times since then.

[@colwilliamnoydb4134]

I flew the UH-1N gunship and it was a great platform. The great thing about helicopters is that any ship with space, can become a launch pad.

[@ThinBlueLineGuardian]

Awesome vid mates! Love the channel, you guys let me learn such cool things about the military!

[@andrewcapone3345]

Love the new look and capabilities. Those 4 blades make it look much more aggressive imo. 👍🏼

[@monjurealahisaiyan7586]

No. India's HAL Prachand is world most advanced fighter. Some days ago Indian politicians and defence expert announced that HAL Prachand is the most advanced attack helicopter. Evan it has great technology which isn't in Apache and viper attack helicopter. When our politicians and expert said it is the best helicopter that means it is. It is our indegious helicopter and it's engine is made by India. So, the regime of Apache's and viper's is over. US should focus on indian weapons now. Because, only indian weapons can make US successful against China

[@johnreynolds1527]

The New four Bladed Rotor system makes the Viper alot more easier to store on the assualt carrier's, Alot quieter and more fuel efficient and made from a Stronger Conposite material that can withstand direct hits from up to 20mm.

[@carlosspeicywiener7018]

I fell in love with the cobra for the same reason I fell in love with the f-5. They're both examples of the perfection of simplicity.

[@user-tt2gv6gf7o]

. Repair

[@user-tt2gv6gf7o]

Heligobtar

[@Dra741]

The 4 bladed rotor gives you a lot of Advantage especially when it comes to stability remember the Hughes 409, that's when I first heard about this a helicopter it was used as a reconnaissance helicopter it was really small but it had you could fly into a tornado with this helicopter and if you knew what you were doing you could get past it think about Magnum PI because it was so stable it was, Limon will using the Hughes for online to repair electric lines amazing

[@monjurealahisaiyan7586]

No. India's HAL Prachand is world most advanced fighter. Some days ago Indian politicians and defence expert announced that HAL Prachand is the most advanced attack helicopter. Evan it has great technology which isn't in Apache and viper attack helicopter. When our politicians and expert said it is the best helicopter that means it is. It is our indegious helicopter and it's engine is made by India. So, the regime of Apache's and viper's is over. US should focus on indian weapons now. Because, only indian weapons can make US successful against China

[@jonathanjuwainat5535]

@@monjurealahisaiyan7586 The only person you’re kidding is yourself buddy

[@dog3y3]

Always loved the Cobra but now i'm really liking the Viper. I thought they had been retired and everyone received the Apaches. Glad to see them still flying.

[@resiefan3258]

Apache is a 1975 helicopter, the viper is a 2000 helicopter.

[@samrester6254]

@@resiefan3258 Your statement is a little disingenuous. Claiming the Apache as 1975 is the same as claiming the Cobra is a 1960s bird. Neither aircraft is close to the original is performance and capabilities. To compare the 2 honestly, you have to also include the Apache's latest iteration, as well. The AH64E. The AH64E is a 2013 machine. The Viper's technology and capabilities are 13 years older and it still has a way to go, to take the 'Best' title.

[@herbiesnerd]

I was a Cobra mechanic in the Army in the late 70’s, when it was about a 10 year old aircraft. There is no way a 60 year platform is more advanced than the Apache. The Cobra is a flying gun frame and is badass, but you’ll never see an Apache before it kills you.

[@cujoedaman]

The same was said of the A-10's GAU cannon. If you hear it firing, you're already dead :P

[@apolloniaaskew9487]

@@cujoedaman The Marines want the Apache but I guess that navalizing it is costly.

[@wolfofrhodeislandx7462]

Awsome to hear from a pro takes all the bs out of these vids- thank you for your service🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲💪💪💪💪

[@herbiesnerd]

@@apolloniaaskew9487 The marines really beefed up the Cobra to make it seaworthy, twin engines and all. All the Army Cobras were single Engine. A very slim profile. If I remember right, excluding the wings, the fuselage was less than 40” wide.

[@illgiveyathetick]

Lot of army commentators. Not so many Marines. There’s a reason some are tip of the spear, and others are…others.

[@jihuneyphil2146]

Best weapon systems always have a beautiful design.

[@Dra741]

I think your report on the Cobra helicopter is the most comprehensive I've heard so far very nice well done

[@doodskie999]

I love this chopper. Doesnt get enough recognition than the ah64 apache.

[@pth6060]

Nice, this machine would strike fear in any enemy.

[@Darknamja]

The Air-to-Air Stinger (ATAS)] (also unofficially called AIM-92 Stinger) is an air-to-air missile system developed from the shoulder-launched FIM-92 Stinger, for use on helicopters such as the AH-64 Apache, T129 ATAK, and Eurocopter Tiger.

[@gurkanturgut957]

Darknamja T129 ATAK Helikopteri'nde 500 adet 20 mm top mühimmatı ile asimetrik kanat yükleme kabiliyeti ile görev niteliğine göre 76 adet güdümsüz roket, 8 adet UMTAS/LUMTAS Anti-Tank Füzesi, 16 adet CİRİT Lazer Güdümlü Füze, 8 Adet STINGER Hava-Hava Füzesi ile konfigüre edilebilmektedir.

[@joelbilly1355]

Would they not just use a sidewinder? Or is that just over kill for air threats they may meet?

[@Dra741]

I was fascinated because I saw the Bell 409 the Magnum PI helicopter in this helicopter with the four blade it was quieter and it was able to even fly in proximity of tornadoes

[@masch2]

Awesome. I like seeing you post about this. Good job!

[@CakePrincessCelestia]

Just imagine having the AH-56 line instead of the AH-1. That thing was like 20+ years ahead of its time, but sadly got "torpedoed" in Bell's favour.

[@BoomerKeith1]

It was a victim of military infighting. Something that, thankfully, we don't see nowadays. Had the USAF and the Army been able to get along with that project, it would have been a game changer. I don't know if it would be better than what we have now, but it would have brought the lethality and technology advantages to bear much quicker. That was one heck of a helicopter.

[@CakePrincessCelestia]

@@BoomerKeith1 It would have brought HMCS systems to anything much earlier I suppose. In the end, not getting the 56 into service lead to both the AH-64 and the A-10 and I'm pretty sure there's not much to complain about those.

[@wilsonrawlin8547]

Rainbow Dash So very true. Way ahead of it's time and still faster than the Cobra or Apache. Imagine how badass it would've been with further development and upgrades.

[@wilsonrawlin8547]

@@BoomerKeith1 Infighting is exactly why the Army has the Apache and the USMC has the Cobra. Two completely different platforms that fill the same exact role.

[@shenmisheshou7002]

The original AH-1 was a simple, beautiful, and feared. It was good to have them alongside for LZ Prep. It is easy to see the lineage back to the AH-1 but it is hard to say that it is even the same helicopter anymore. My bet is that they share almost no components.

[@BoomerKeith1]

Other than a similar airframe, I doubt there's much (if any) similar components. However, the 1Z wouldn't be here without the original Cobra.

[@shenmisheshou7002]

@@BoomerKeith1 Yeah, the original, like the UH1E are icons and the AH-1 proved the merits of the design. People will argue that the Apache is better, but clearly it depends on who is casting the opinion. The Marines have praised the Cobra since the day it arrived on to the battlefield.

[@BoomerKeith1]

@@shenmisheshou7002 Well said.

[@bigchungus1848]

@@shenmisheshou7002 and the Army has praised the Apache the day it arrived on the battlefield.

[@jeffdarnell7942]

@@bigchungus1848 When were you in the US Army?

[@chrisw341]

THIS IS STILL ONE OF MY FAV HELOS !! BADASS

[@1911Earthling]

We need so many attack helicopters we have two excellent helicopters. The Viper and the Apache. Two superb machines.

[@olinfulk3805]

One of my unrealized dreams as a young man was to become a "Snake Driver". Of course life takes us in different directions than we we expect to go, and that particular dream was never realized. It does my heart good to see the same ol' snake frame updated, modern and just as venomous as ever! Leave it to the Marines to take a Vietnam era Helo Gunship and tweak it into Hell on Earth with a rotor blade stuck on top! Fuckin' jarheads! I love you guys...

[@thomasjunkins]

God bless our Troops!

[@angelarch5352]

So amazing! Thanks for the video!

[@user-pp1ni2jy3f]

Nice to know the Marines still have a 4th gen. Cobra and Huey in their inventory. A good design is a good design.

[@secretsquirrel572]

It’s been proven time and time again that the AH64E is far superior. The latest test was performed by Bell and Boeing in Australia. The Apache won yet again.

[@kdrapertrucker]

But costs so much more, and I'd bet on the Marines anytime,the army seems more worried about being woke then fighting these days.

[@aolson8283]

@@PhantomDragonX as a current one, I completely agree!

[@aolson8283]

@@kdrapertrucker how many countries have chosen the AH-64 over the AH-1? 🤔 The 64E is far superior to the 1Z. The two main reason the Marines bought the 1Z is cost and commonality.

[@SouperAsH]

If the AH64 is superior in performance, sign me up. That said, I must ask how well, and how long that performance can be sustained, without significant maintenance. How much of a supply/re-supply chain must be arranged, to keep the Apache vs Cobra in fighting readiness? What is the cost, in parts/man-hours, to keep each of those machines battle ready? If I had to choose, I would opt for whichever machine could attain the greater level of combat readiness.

[@f1reguy587]

I presume the Apache has more combat solutions with the longbow designator, but it’s heavier, from most of the vids I’ve seen the choppers aren’t exactly flying over the heads of the enemy, keeping a safe enough distance with the aim to take the chopper back home, the cobra being lighter and smaller there’s more room on the boats that transport them, but the Apache can lift a lot more weight which is something that can be useful, personally I think both choppers are not perfect, but each has a role they were designed for over the other, the new Blackhawk with the tail rotor I looks bad too, the west struggles with birds, too focussed on fixed wings.

[@ivanlowjones]

Imagine a Vietnam vet seeing the Cobra and Huey flying together at the 03:10 videomark, "They're still flying these choppers".......🤯🤯

[@Dra741]

During Vietnam we found out how important that the uh-1 was, you can take out a lot of armor with it and you know what when the brookswood what I love about them it's when they come and they toes to get a Target they make sure that they have the air support and everything behind you the Marines Never Let You Down

[@jamespseaman4136]

The Cobra was a great support helicopter in Vietnam! It was a lot more narrow then the Viper but I guess the Viper is more deadly!

[@imamanofculturepleasegivem5440]

Second of the best attack helicopter in the world nothing beats the Apache

[@americaas1210]

What good is it to have the fully trained and equipped military, best and most expensive in the world if we’re afraid to use it to stop Russia!

[@MZ-bl6wg]

When I think of CAS I don’t think of the Zulu, I think of the AH-64 and the A10 . This is a bad ass helo but saying it’s the best and most advanced I’d love a video explaining why it is better than the Apache. Truly saying that not trolling. If I don’t know I’d love to know.

[@craigmurphy1365]

They don't mention the Target Sight System (FLIR, LASER and color TV) are from Lockheed Martin. LM also builds the M-TADS sensors on the Apache. I was the LM Field Rep that supported the HOTT(H-1 Operational Test Team at China Lake and Pax River circa 2007-2010 that got the Viper into Production. Yes, an excellent aircraft and easy to fault isolate.

[@matthewfairley4101]

My thoughts exactly. I would love to see an unbiased and dispassionate comparison of leading attack helicopters instead of this infomercial.

[@bionicsjw]

@@craigmurphy1365 You probably knew a friend of mine. He was an A-6 driver and now is the head civilian for PACAIR. His first name is Bryan. I won't list his last name but message me if you know him. We skied Freestyle together in college.

[@JA_BLACK]

Your first comment is likely due to the fact that the Apache and A-10 get most of the spotlight because they are Army and Air Force aircraft. The Viper and its predecessors are Marine aviation aircraft. Marine machines definitely don't get the spotlight and the Marine Corp generally gets the short end of the stick when it comes to equipment. Now as far as the Viper being the "most advanced", I'm not gonna defend that claim. Lol.

[@eagle20fox26]

As a Cobra pilot, I'll say that we practice CAS about 80-90% of the time we fly. It's our bread and butter and the AH-1Z is a great CAS platform. The 64 makes a better deep air support platform (in my opinion), with their longbow radar and UAS control. As mentioned above, the TSS is most likely the best sensor currently employed on any helicopter in the world.

[@Dra741]

The laser detection system came from Hughes Aerospace, and it could detect laser shine that you lace a decimated and tell you where it is and you can respond to it I thought this was really amazing

[@johnscott5662]

That was great. I wish that we had these aircraft in my day.

[@semco72057]

That helicopter has so much to prove that it is as good or better than the older ones made by Bell since the older ones have been great workhorses for the DOD.

[@elcapitan7352]

Great, but still relies on courage and the best strategy and tactics.

[@semitavitae4729]

Great video! Well done!

[@RobertJones-ux6nc]

Wish I could have worked with some of these while in, but we only had the AH-1A and just a couple of the new AH-1J's just coming on line.

[@HepauDK]

I'd go with the AH-64E for firepower and combat range (twice the range of the Viper). And then there's the ability to "paint" 128 targets simultaneously to coordinate attacks. :)

[@bighands69]

They both have their place.

[@strizhi6717]

As a Russian even I can appreciate when something is good looking - this beast I understand has been around since Vietnam

[@jackreacher.]

You. Russian aggressor?

[@stizandelasage]

Great application of the torque converter and jet engine

[@cavemantactics1776]

A very serious Weapon Platform. One of the Greatest Attack Helo's of all time.

[@omnianti0]

one of those without radar

[@makegaminggreatagain3907]

@6:14 The AH-1 looks perfect for transforming and modeling an attack heli drone. Im imagining a carrier where thee entire deck is just a giant door that open up, 50 AH-1 Attack drones just launch and swarm targets, 5 pilots for 10 drones 50x4 =200 hellfires 70x2=140, 140x50=7000 rockets, the ship would be a lot smaller and cost a lot less to run. Maybe not in my life time but before 2100 that's where warfare will be, who ever is mass producing the cheapest but most effective drones that are more expendable than a human. That is a super scary thought, because people will be more inclined to go to war, who cares about the loss of a drone.

[@grantmanuel6668]

Your explanation is too broad mate. You need to be more specific. Moreover, your calculations needs to have labels with it, otherwise, it's just numbers. Nice imagination, but not going to be possible in reality.

[@makegaminggreatagain3907]

@@grantmanuel6668 Nothings impossible, Drone carriers are right around the corner, if you can't imagine that idea being a reality, that's just an example of you lack of imagination.

[@PatTheRiot]

Too much gaming boy, remain calm.

[@grantmanuel6668]

Kids these days don't have a fukin clue and care about what"s happening to the world. A war is imminent and this just dreams of things that are not even likely to exist.

[@bighands69]

@@PatTheRiot The US is already experimenting with drone ships with launch systems. They wills serve alongside traditional battleships. There is a very high probability that the US is already deploying done submarines to work with their battleships. They would be much smaller and capable of much greater depths.

[@T-Dawg123a]

Why do all the helicopters in this video have the fortunate son switch turned off?

[@americaas1210]

What good is it to have the fully trained and equipped military, best and most expensive in the world if we’re afraid to use it to stop Russia!

[@T-Dawg123a]

@@americaas1210 The same reason Russia is afraid to attack US allies, nuclear war. The US does make agreements to protect allies like the NATO countries, and as such has deployed troops to several of it's allies, in case Russia gets a little too hungry. However Ukraine isn't a part of NATO or any other US alliance. You might be wondering why that's the case and the short answer is I don't know, I'm not one of the politicians who decide such things and I'm too lazy to become one. Also my comment was just a random joke about Vietnam war movies overusing fortunate son. Why are you asking one random guy on a random internet comment about politics? You could ask several people on poll websites or question websites like Quora where you could get multiple different opinions at once each with their unique nuances about topics like this. Additionally you can ask politicians why they make their choices or ask them to change their stances either by yourself or as part of a political group. You could even become a politician yourself although whether any other politician will agree with you is up to them...

[@boromirofmiddleearth557]

The role of the new Cobra is for air support of Marine Corps amphibious assault operations. The Apache is in support of Air Cav and Armor if I am not mistaken. Army Pilits please correct me ir comment. In the 1st Gulf War Apaches were crucial. My understanding is both attack helicopters carry similar weapons as far as Hellfire, Sidewinder missiles. One major difference is the Apache having HUD connecting the front machine guns that move with the pilots eye head neck movements.

[@ronnieisaacs6960]

That's the ticket! Super Outstanding!

[@alexanderholm9278]

This is what the ground troops get when they dont get the A-10, C-130, or the Apache.

[@rexxbailey2764]

😄😄😆😆😄😄

[@safriedrich1631]

can you imagen how things would be if the Marine Corps had the U.S. Army's budget !!

[@grantmanuel6668]

@@safriedrich1631 that'll be a lot of dangerous grunts. No doubt.

[@cbr_n]

Errrr, pretty sure the newest Apaches are more advanced

[@johnsmith2421]

My thoughts exactly.

[@keunghoa]

Ditto

[@tklube308]

Nope, they arent

[@alexp1329]

When I deployed along side the Apaches they had a horrible OR rate. Less then 70%, I was flying OH58Ds at the time we had an OR rate of 97%.

[@vandiverb]

IHADSS and Longbow Radar make the apache FAR more advanced. A single longbow can detect and track16 separate targets for the AGM-114. With the datalink a single apache can track dozens of targets and for other AH64 in the flight and allow them to engage. One longbow can wipe out a battalion of tanks from behind a hill. A cobra cannot.

[@royalordinance]

Still very, very good looking. The new rotor gives a completely different beat cadence. Love it!

[@americaas1210]

What good is it to have the fully trained and equipped military, best and most expensive in the world if we’re afraid to use it to stop Russia!

[@monjurealahisaiyan7586]

No. India's HAL Prachand is world most advanced fighter. Some days ago Indian politicians and defence expert announced that HAL Prachand is the most advanced attack helicopter. Evan it has great technology which isn't in Apache and viper attack helicopter. When our politicians and expert said it is the best helicopter that means it is. It is our indegious helicopter and it's engine is made by India. So, the regime of Apache's and viper's is over. US should focus on indian weapons now. Because, only indian weapons can make US successful against China

[@oliverrust8993]

This was informative and amazing

[@trashpanda314]

The AH-1 is a great aircraft, no doubt. But you’re delusional if you think it’s superior to the AH-64E Guardian.

[@eagle20fox26]

They're closer in comparison than you'd think. The Cobra has a better sensor (FLIR), level flight speed, and cockpit setup/redundancy. The Apache has its longbow radar and the ability to control UAS. Both have equivalent ordnance loadouts and payload.

[@michaelbandeko3519]

@@eagle20fox26 The Apache is a high maintenance hour to flight hour platform. Much more than the Cobra.

[@BoomerKeith1]

About the only difference, technologically, between the two is the Apache's digital connectivity. Which is something that, given the size of the Vipers in service with the USMC, isn't practical for the Viper to have. They're also not meant for the exact same roles. The Viper is a true CAS asset. The Apache is a true hunter/killer asset that can also perform CAS. I would agree that the Viper isn't necessarily "superior" to the Apache, however, I wouldn't say the Apache is superior to the Viper either.

[@265justy]

The Viper can carry Sidewinders, id say that's one up on the Apache, it's also faster. Helicopter v helicopter aircombat... Viper wins...

[@markk2403]

no longbow.

[@liamh141]

I still believe Obama was completely wrong to scrap the Comanche programme considering the RAF has got the latest AH64 Apache, while that's all jolly a 40 year old chopper that yes considering digital upgrades is fully integrated into NATO is the most effective and efficient attack helicopter in the world 'right now', but the Comanche would have been the most advanced attack, surveillance and control frontline helicopter for the next 30 odd years (frontline being a lose term not shitting on current UH or VH aircraft).

[@kocherg]

The Comanche program was canceled in February 2004 under President Bush, a full two years before Obama was even elected. Besides that, the decision to cancel came from within the Army due to doctrinal changes, experiences in Kosovo, ballooning contract and per/unit costs in addition to a host of serious technical problems. All this at a time when the Army had massive costs to deal with considering we were actively engaged in Iraq and Afghanistan.

[@kocherg]

Four years before Obama rather. bah.

[@orlock20]

The guts of the Commanche were put into the Apache and called the Longbow or D model. The Comanche was not a stealth helicopter in reality. Radar still can't see though the mountains, trees and buildings the helicopters hide behind which means any helicopter with cover is stealthy.

[@after_midnight9592]

Drones took over that role and us did get cool looking stealth blackhawks

[@PhantomDragonX]

bro, you need to lay off that facebook... cancelled by Obama?! screenshotting, so when you delete your comment, I'll still have a nice joke to laugh at.

[@duaneronan8199]

Magnificent attack helicopter, but the best? Excellent video.

[@bigsteve6200]

Outstanding ! The World's Finest US Marine Aviation. Swing with the Wing !. Semper Fi

[@fredeb67]

The AH-1Z is a great helo but it is not the most advanced attack helo in the world. Not even the most advanced for America. That title belongs to the AH-64D&E model Apache.

[@SJstackinbodys]

It is simply an upgraided cobra it isnt even as advanced as the apache long bow

[@dtbroad5862]

No kidding, put this snake up against the new AH-6E V6 with its' new Gen 3 DSA. For God's sake the Apache's new Gen3 DSA sensors can reach out to 20Km. in color. You can identify the enemy before its' weapons even come into range. I don't think the makers of this video did their fact checking. Although still a great attack helicopter, the U.S. Marines just don't have it in their budget to upgrade to the Apache and choose to invest it into other ventures and equipment.

[@safriedrich1631]

@@dtbroad5862 nailed it.... think of the monster it would become if the Corps had the U.S. Army's budget !!

[@verdebusterAP]

Heavily upgraded with more room to grow than the Apache

[@dtbroad5862]

​@@verdebusterAP Older , smaller base helicopter with smaller cockpit with less room for more advanced components. Another unsubstantiated statement from someone that doesn't know what they are talking about. The Apache is on its' sixth version with even more advanced electronics and systems than those that they crammed into this version of the Cobra.

[@SJstackinbodys]

@@verdebusterAP thats a faulty at best you then have to assume the apache stays stagnant..the long bow alone proves it doesnt in fact its "upgrades" only got their after they saw it perform in the apache

[@1998232v6]

I was fond of the RAH-66 Comanche. I used the crap out of that thing in Command and Conquer Generals. It looked badass too.

[@violetg6172]

thank you for sharing

[@jester80s10]

the MI-24 is far superior in every aspect.

[@kevino.7348]

No, not really.

[@markgonzales3571]

Russian technology is far Ahead and more effective.

[@gurkanturgut957]

Rus silahlarının çoğu yaramaz,çalışmıyor. Libyada Türkiye destekli libya ulusalcıları rus saldırı helikopterleri ele geçirdiler Türkler libyadada rus hava savunma sistemlerini pantsir çok rahat avladı

[@samdherring]

Wonder why so much Russian equipment is broken down in Ukraine then.

[@markgonzales3571]

@@samdherring incompetent brain washed soldiers.

[@tklube308]

I worked on the J, T, & W Cobra, and the N model Huey

[@shaneazpilicueta9146]

Just pure awesomeness. Wow what a beast of a machine . In fuggin incredible

[@jesterlead]

As an old Cobra guy (Army) I had no idea the Marines were still using the airframe which is awesome. I'm not sure about the "most advanced" comment though, hard to believe a 55 year old airframe would be leading the way.

[@frankkratz5999]

One badass helicopter 🦾💯❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@sheilaolfieway1885]

It was once said a cobra is just a stripped down huey, nice to see they still use similar parts.

[@mec4703]

SEMPER FI!! Still goin' strong

[@baliharsingh2315]

Bless you bro

[@missumenimsatanass]

Its the exact reason why I enlisted. Can't wait!

[@rontribbey5510]

So glad the Marine corp get its Cobra up dated to this new replacement, they really deserve it.

[@houndawg3]

Corps

[@user-gt2lh2ec9e]

What an amazing aircraft! John P.

[@allenlovell1604]

I know this is a dumb question, but I wonder how it would fare against AirWolf ? Yeah I know it’s a fictional aircraft, but it had awesome capabilities! Thanks for posting this on KZbin 😎

[@camcameron1430]

That thing is so cool.

[@robertkrump2015]

Keep up the good work

[@zigbeegooblesnort125]

Get Some! 🔥 💥

[@viktor_v-ughnda_vaudville_476]

I def feel like the Apache will out perform the cobra zulus/ vipers but I love the look of the vipers they are soo badass looking

[@houndawg3]

The Viper is a lot faster than the Apache.

[@cyndybutler7330]

Love the viper 🇺🇸👍😁

[@PilgrimPolitics-kw5kf]

3:59 that's pretty cool

[@filsed]

Glad that our Czech Air Force will be using these babies soon.

[@robertmosher7418]

I was wondering when the military would finally put air to air missles in our helicopters. It makes sense because we can't always wait for air superiority to send in fire support for ground troops.

[@christophermccurdy6901]

Ah Standardization. I love it!

[@hoangdao7907]

I love this helicopter...!

[@icemilo6589]

Tq very much