Shabaviz 2-75
Iran Aircraft Manufacturing Industrial Company (HESA) · Iran · first flew 1997 · helicopter
The Shabaviz 2-75 is an Iranian licence-built and locally modified derivative of the Bell 206 JetRanger, produced by HESA for military training and utility roles.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, rotary |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × turboshaft, fuselage-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 11.8 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Single-engine light helicopter derived from Bell 206
- Teardrop-shaped bubble canopy
- Skid undercarriage with slim tailboom
Virtually identical silhouette to the Bell 206 JetRanger; distinguished mainly by Iranian Air Force markings and subtle cockpit panel differences; slim tailboom with small anti-torque rotor.
Specifications
- The Shabaviz 2-75 has a length of 11.8 m (39 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 10.2 m (33 ft).
- Typical crew: 1 pilot + 4 passengers.
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History
Iran acquired Bell 206s before the 1979 revolution and subsequently developed domestic production capability through HESA. The Shabaviz 2-75 represents the militarised and indigenised variant, with local engine and systems modifications to reduce dependence on Western components under sanctions. It entered service with the Islamic Republic of Iran Army Aviation in the late 1990s.
Variants
Shabaviz 275 (baseline); Shabaviz 2061 (further development with minor airframe changes).
Where you'll see it
Used by Iranian Army Aviation for pilot training, liaison, and light utility missions; numbers are not publicly disclosed.
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