Mi-24 Hind – PDF

The Mil Mi-24 “Hind” was developed during the late 1960s as the Soviet Union sought a heavily armed helicopter capable of supporting ground forces while also transporting a small infantry squad. Designed by the Mil design bureau and drawing on components and experience from the Mi-8 transport helicopter, the Mi-24 combined an armored cockpit, troop compartment, stub wings, and a powerful weapons load. Unlike most Western attack helicopters, the Hind was conceived as both a gunship and an assault transport.

Entering Soviet service in the early 1970s, the Mi-24 became an important component of Soviet Army Aviation. Depending on the variant, Hinds could carry machine guns or cannon, rockets, anti-tank guided missiles, bombs, and other weapons. Its speed, armor, and firepower allowed it to escort transport helicopters, attack armored vehicles and fortified positions, provide close air support, and conduct armed reconnaissance and troop-assault missions.

The Mi-24 became particularly associated with the Soviet-Afghan War, where it was used extensively against Mujahideen forces. Hinds attacked ground positions, escorted Mi-8 transports, protected convoys, and provided fire support for Soviet and Afghan troops. The helicopter was also widely exported to Warsaw Pact and Soviet-aligned nations and saw combat in conflicts across Africa, the Middle East, and Asia, becoming one of the most widely encountered attack helicopters of the late Cold War.

Continually improved through variants such as the Mi-24D and Mi-24V, the Hind remained in service long after the collapse of the Soviet Union. Russia and numerous foreign operators continued using Mi-24s and their derivatives into the 21st century. Its distinctive appearance, combination of troop-carrying capability and heavy armament, and extensive combat record have made the NATO-designated “Hind” one of the defining military helicopters of the Cold War.

Service Branch: Soviet Army Aviation / Russian Army Aviation
Soviet/Russian Service: 1972–Present
Number Built: 2,600+

What’s Included:

• 12 1.5” square counter images
• 24 1” square counter images
• 35 .75” square counter images
• 40 .625” square counter images
• Numbered Images to assist with game organization and tracking
• Printable PDF format for personal gaming use

Each image size is contained on a ½ sheet.

• Enables users to save paper and print 2 types of aircraft on the same page.
• Print one set of aircraft images then reverse the page in the printer and print a second type of your choice on the same page.