Russia sends draft contract to Pakistan for delivery of 4 Mi-35M helicopters

Karachi : A source in the Russian military and technical cooperation has said that a draft contract for the delivery of four Mi-35M ‘Hind E’ combat helicopters has been sent to Pakistan, according to reports. According to Dawn News, the source said that Pakistan is currently studying the document. Discussions between Russia and Pakistan are under way regarding the delivery of helicopters, according to Russia’s state arms exporter Rosoboronexport. However, no details have been revealed by Rosoboronexpor regarding these consultations. The Mi-35M helicopter is an exceedingly modernised version of Mi-24 (Hind) combat helicopter with new onboard equipment and avionics. It also has a more powerful engine and a different tail rotor.