British forces choose Cougar H
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The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has decided in 2006 to procure the Force Protection Inc (FPI) Cougar H to meet the requirement of the British forces operational in Iraq and Afghanistan, for increased protection against the roadside bombs after the armoured-vehicles review. The Cougar H 6x6 could carry upto 6 soldiers, is powered with 330 hp Caterpillar C-7 diesel engine with a road range of 965 km, and would be equipped with more enhanced side and bottom attack protection.
Publication Name: Jane's International Defense Review
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0020-6512
Year: 2006
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Dutch study range of helicopter upgrades
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The Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF) in 2006 is looking at a wide range of modifications and upgrades for its fleet of Boeing AH-64D Apache attack helicopters, CH-47D Chinook, and Eurocopter Cougar Mk 2 transport helicopters which were introduced in the 1990s. The objective of the upgrade efforts is to ensure that the 55-odd helicopters continue to be operationally ready for future deployments.
Publication Name: Jane's International Defense Review
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0020-6512
Year: 2006
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'Hot and high' RN Sea King flies
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The Royal Air Force's air base in Cyprus saw the flight of three upgraded the U.K. Royal Navy West and Sea King HC.4+ utility helicopters of 846 Naval Air Squadron.
Publication Name: Jane's International Defense Review
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0020-6512
Year: 2007
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