Russia To Build Helicopter Carrier “Similar To Mistral”

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By Dylan Malyasov
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The forum “Army 2015” representatives of the Ministry of Defence has shown the layout of the ship – analogue French Mistral. Amphibious assault ship of the “Surf” (Priboy) is available in the form layout on the stand of the main command of the Russian Navy.

On board will be placed up to eight anti-submarine and amphibious helicopter Ka-27 and Ka-52K.

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