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MCAS El Toro Historical Foundation, Irvine California
Bell AH-1J 'Sea Cobra' SN: 157784

Description
Notes: Upgraded AH-1G with marine corps avionics, rotor brake, and new armament system.
  Manufacturer:Bell
  Base model:AH-1
  Designation:AH-1
  Version:J
  Nickname:Sea Cobra
  Designation System:U.S. Tri-Service
  Designation Period:1962-Present
  Basic role:Helicopter
  Modified Mission:Attack
  Crew:Pilot and gunner
  First Flew:1965
  Serial/Bureau Number:157784
  Location:MCAS El Toro Historical Foundation, Irvine California

Specifications
  Length: 44' 3" 13.5 m
  Height:13' 5" 4.1 m
  Wingspan: 43' 11" 13.4 m
  Empty Weight: 6,595 lb 2,998 kg
  Gross Weight: 9,979 lb 4,525 kg
  Max Weight: 9,979 lb 4,536 kg

Propulsion
  No. of Engines: 2
  Powerplant: Pratt & Whitney (Canada) T400-CP-400
  Horsepower (each): 1800

Performance
  Range: 355 miles 574 km
  Max Speed: 218 mph 352 km/h 190 kt
  Ceiling: 11,398 ft 3,475 m