Mil Mi-14 (Haze) Anti-Submarine Warfare Helicopter - History, Specs and Pictures

Authored By Staff Writer | Last Updated: 12/12/2011

Like most other Mil helicopters, the Mi-14 went on to serve more than one role for the Soviet Union.

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The Mil Mi-14 (NATO codename "Haze") was a dedicated naval anti-submarine helicopter appearing in limited production numbers throughout the Cold War beginning in 1975. The system was a further development of the Mil Mi-8 series which saw extensive use in military and civilian guises over a decade earlier. Though a older system by traditional standards, the type has surprisingly soldiered on with its original Russian owners and a slew of former and current Russian allies across the globe.

When compared to the Mi-8, the Mi-14 follows some similar design aspects which is only natural when considering individual unit production cost, ease of maintenance and the stellar pedigree afforded by the Mi-8. The cockpit is held at the extreme forward of the fuselage with the large window-lined cabin taking up most of the design real estate. The twin Isotov engines sit atop the cabin and operate at 1,950 horsepower each while driving a five-blade main rotor and a three-blade tail rotor. The tail is held up high in the design with the rotor at extreme aft. The undercarriage is - as expected considering the types amphibious capability - is a fully-retractable tricycle landing gear system. The Mi-14 Haze features a distinct fuselage designed to act as a hull for on water landings and operations. The Mi-14 is operated by two standard personnel in the form of a pilot and co-pilot and can offer accommodations for up to 32 combat-ready troops or 12 medical litters as needed. In the supply transport role, the system can also move up to 8,800lbs of cargo.

The Mi-14 is called upon to undertake a primary anti-submarine warfare role to which is it assigned torpedoes, anti-ship missiles and depth charges as needed. Conversely in the search and rescue role, standard equipment is provided for related operations. Major operators of the system continue to be Bulgaria, Libya, North Korea, Poland and Russia - operating with either air force or navy branches for these nations. Text ©2003-2013 www.MilitaryFactory.com • All Rights Reserved • No Reproduction Permitted
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Specifications for the
Mil Mi-14 (Haze)
Anti-Submarine Warfare Helicopter

Country of Origin: Soviet Union
Manufacturer: Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant - Soviet Union
Initial Year of Service: 1975
Production: 70

Focus Model: Mil Mi-14BT (Haze)
Crew: 2 + 32

Length: 60.30ft (18.38m)
Width: 0.00ft (0.00m)
Height: 22.74ft (6.93m)
Weight (Empty): 19,621lbs (8,900kg)
Weight (MTOW): 29,542lbs (13,400kg)

Powerplant: 2 x Isotov TV3-117M turboshaft engines developing 1,950shp each and driving five-blade main rotor and three-blade tail rotor.

Maximum Speed: 143mph (230kmh; 124kts)
Maximum Range: 497miles (800km)
Service Ceiling: 13,123ft (4,000m; 2.5miles)
Rate-of-Climb: 0 feet per minute (0m/min)

Hardpoints: 2
Armament Suite:
Depending on version, can include torpedoes, depth charges, air-to-surface missiles and depth bombs.

Variants:
V-14 - Prototype Model Designation

Mi-14PL "Haze A" - Dedicated Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) Model.

Mi-14PL "Shrike" - Air-to-Surface Attack Variant

Mi-14PLM - Anti-Submarine Warfare Variant

Mi-14BT "Haze B" - Dedicated Mine Sweeper

Mi-14PS "Haze C" - Dedicated Search and Rescue (SAR)Model.

Mi-14PX - Search and Rescue (SAR) Trainer Platform

Mi-14PZh - Firefighting Variant based on the Mi-14BT model; amphibious.

Mi-14PZh "Eliminator" - Firefighting Variant based on the Mi-14BT model.

Mi-14GP - Civilian Passenger Transport Variant

Mi-14P - Civilian Passenger Transport Variant; seating for up to 24 passengers.