Mil Mi-8 Transport Helicopter

The Mil Mi-8 became one of the most widely used transport-helicopter families of the Cold War and beyond. Its twin-turbine configuration supported troop movement, cargo work, medical evacuation, and numerous specialist missions. Soviet production and export success placed it in service with countries across the world. The family evolved into many versions, including developments associated with the Mi-17 designation, so an individual operator’s equipment and date matter when describing a particular example. The familiar transport helicopter uses a large cabin, twin engines, and a rear loading arrangement suited to troops and cargo. Numerous specialized versions followed, including armed and rescue configurations. Its extensive export history and continuing manufacture make careful variant identification essential when discussing equipment, weapons, or a particular operator’s service experience.

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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