Ka-27 ASW Helicopter

The Kamov Ka-27 was developed for Soviet naval helicopter duties and became recognizable through its coaxial counter-rotating rotors. The anti-submarine version carried equipment for locating and attacking submarines from ships. Other family members performed rescue, transport, and export missions, making the ASW designation important rather than a capability automatically shared by every Ka-27-derived helicopter.

Developed to replace the Ka-25, the helicopter first flew during the 1970s and entered Soviet naval service in the following decade. Its compact coaxial arrangement avoided a conventional tail rotor and helped operations from limited shipboard spaces. The Ka-27PL anti-submarine version used sensors such as dipping sonar and could carry anti-submarine weapons. The Ka-27PS rescue version had a different mission fit. Export Ka-28 aircraft and the larger Ka-29 assault derivative illustrate the family’s development, with equipment and missions that differed from the original shipborne ASW helicopter.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1946, Global War 1985, Global War 2025, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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