Top 8 Fastest Helicopters in the World

Sikorsky X2: This revolutionary helicopter boasts a co-axial rotor system and a pusher propeller, allowing it to reach speeds of over 250 mph.

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Eurocopter X3: This hybrid helicopter combines a traditional main rotor with two tilting propellers, achieving speeds of around 250 mph.

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Westland Lynx: While it's been surpassed by newer models, the Lynx still holds the record for the fastest production helicopter, with a top speed of around 245 mph.

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AgustaWestland AW159: A versatile helicopter, the AW159 can reach speeds of over 200 mph.

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Bell AH-1Z Viper: A formidable attack helicopter, the Viper can achieve speeds of around 190 mph.

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Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk: A widely used military and civilian helicopter, the Black Hawk has a top speed of approximately 183 mph.

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Boeing CH-47 Chinook: A heavy-lift helicopter, the Chinook can reach speeds of around 190 mph.

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Mil Mi-24 Hind: A formidable attack helicopter, the Hind can achieve speeds of around 195 mph.

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