MH-60R is a versatile platform known for its exceptional ASW, surveillance, anti-shipping and Search and Rescue capabilities. Integration with warships further strengthens the Navy’s capability to counter underwater threats, monitor maritime activities and conduct surveillance ops
India has ordered 24 of the choppers for $2.6 billion under the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) from the US.
They are being modified with several India-unique equipment and weapons.
The navy received two MH-60Rs from the US in July 2021. All the choppers are scheduled to be delivered by 2025
The MH-60R is manufactured by Lockheed Martin.
It is an all-weather helicopter designed to support multiple missions with state of the art avionics and sensors.
The choppers are equipped with AGM-114 Hellfire missiles, MK 54 torpedoes, and advanced precision weapons. The twin-engine choppers can operate from Indian Navy’s frigates, destroyers, and aircraft carriers.
(With inputs from agencies)