Pretty hefty for a special forces unit carrier don't you think? A more agile and lighter option for SSG would be more practical as they need swift movement and rapid infil/exfil options.
Its primarliy intended for use on Afghan border for COIN and anti narcotics operations. At the moment Bell-412s/Mi-17s need AH-1F Cobra escort for insertions which is putting a strain on the Cobra fleet.
With the Mi-35 it can clear the LZ and provide cover after the insertion, freeing up the Cobra's for other work.
As per reports Pakistan has a eventual requirement for 20 Mi35s which will be ordered in batches small batches.
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