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==Design== | ==Design== | ||
The Mohawk is a triple-engine helicopter with decent armour around the frame of the helicopter. Due to the triple engine setup and very bulky air frame the | The Mohawk is a triple-engine helicopter with decent armour around the frame of the helicopter. Due to the triple engine setup and very bulky air frame the Mohawk is considerably less maneuverable when compared to the other commercially available helicopters. Notably, the design incorporated a tail rotor that is positioned much higher than normal to prevent damage on landing. | ||
===Features=== | ===Features=== | ||
* | *Armoring across the air frame | ||
*Countermeasure launchers | *Countermeasure launchers | ||
*Large passenger / Cargo section | *Large passenger / Cargo section | ||
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===Notable Traits=== | ===Notable Traits=== | ||
*Fitted with a winch the Mohawk is able to | *Fitted with a winch the Mohawk is able to sling load the following: | ||
**[[Assault Boat]] | **[[Assault Boat]] | ||
**[[Rescue Boat]] | **[[Rescue Boat]] | ||
**[[ | **[[Water Scooter]] | ||
**[[Hatchback]] (Both) | **[[Hatchback]] (Both) | ||
**[[MB 4WD]] | **[[MB 4WD]] | ||
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===Mobility=== | ===Mobility=== | ||
*Due to the extra weight the Mohawk is not very | *Due to the extra weight the Mohawk is not very maneuverable at high speed | ||
*Despite its size, the Mohawk can reach a max speed of around 300 km/h | *Despite its size, the Mohawk can reach a max speed of around 300 km/h | ||
*The engines can take time to respond to inputs - Planning ahead is important | *The engines can take time to respond to inputs - Planning ahead is important | ||