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 == Description ==
 <!-- ''In the description, the first part should be about the history of and the creation and combat usage of the helicopter, as well as its key features. In the second part, tell the reader about the helicopter in the game. Insert a screenshot of the vehicle, so that if the novice player does not remember the vehicle by name, he will immediately understand what kind of vehicle the article is talking about.'' -->
-The '''{{Specs|name}}''' was a light support helicopter designed to serve the French Army's helicopter fleet, providing reconnaissance, fire support, and transport capabilities. The SA.341F was powered by a single Astazou IIIC turboshaft engine, which gave it high performance and agility. It had a standard armament of an M621 20 mm cannon mounted externally which could fire up to 750 rounds per minute. The SA.341F could also be fitted with two Mistral air-to-air missiles on the side stub wings, creating the "Gazelle Celtic" variant for self-defense and air superiority missions. The SA.341F had a maximum speed of 310 km/h, a range of 670 km, and a service ceiling of 6,000 m, making it suitable for various operational environments and missions.
+Development began in 1966 by Sud Aviation (later Aérospatiale) on order from the French Army for a replacement for the [[SA 313B Alouette II|Alouette II]]. Just a year later, the helicopter, designated SA.340, successfully completed its maiden flight in April 1967. The company continued development of the helicopter and, after some time, presented a new, improved model - the SA.341. One improvement was the replacement of the standard tail rotor with a closed "fenestron" tail rotor, integrated into the tail section of the helicopter.
-It was introduced in [[Update 1.87 "Locked On"]]. The Gazelle is a versatile helicopter that can perform different roles depending on the loadout. It can destroy tanks with ATGMs or rockets, or shoot down aircraft or helicopters with AAMs and cannon. It relies on stealth and cover to avoid detection and enemy fire, as it has no radar warning receiver and limited armour.
+SA.341 helicopters were adopted by the French Army in 1973. Specifically for this purpose, an armed modification, the '''SA.341F''', was manufactured: the helicopter received an upgraded engine, as well as the ability to carry various weaponry, including a 20 mm cannon, HOT-2 ATGMs, and Mistral AAMs. A total of approximately 150 SA.341F helicopters were produced before the end of serial production in 1996, which were actively used by France in various military conflicts.
 == General info ==
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 The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with:
-* A choice between two presets:
+* 32 x countermeasures
 === Suspended armament ===

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 == Description ==
 <!-- ''In the description, the first part should be about the history of and the creation and combat usage of the helicopter, as well as its key features. In the second part, tell the reader about the helicopter in the game. Insert a screenshot of the vehicle, so that if the novice player does not remember the vehicle by name, he will immediately understand what kind of vehicle the article is talking about.'' -->
-The '''{{Specs|name}}''' was a light support helicopter as part of the [[Gazelle (Family)]]. It was designed to serve the French Army's helicopter fleet, providing reconnaissance, fire support, and transport capabilities. The SA.341F was powered by a single Astazou IIIC turboshaft engine, which gave it a high performance and agility. It had a standard armament of a M621 20 mm cannon mounted externally which could fire up to 750 rounds per minute. The SA.341F could also be fitted with two mistral air-to-air missiles on the side stub wings, creating the Gazelle Celtic variant for self-defense and air superiority missions. The SA.341F had a maximum speed of 310 km/h, a range of 670 km, and a service ceiling of 6,000 m, making it suitable for various operational environments and missions.
+The '''{{Specs|name}}''' was a light support helicopter designed to serve the French Army's helicopter fleet, providing reconnaissance, fire support, and transport capabilities. The SA.341F was powered by a single Astazou IIIC turboshaft engine, which gave it high performance and agility. It had a standard armament of an M621 20 mm cannon mounted externally which could fire up to 750 rounds per minute. The SA.341F could also be fitted with two Mistral air-to-air missiles on the side stub wings, creating the "Gazelle Celtic" variant for self-defense and air superiority missions. The SA.341F had a maximum speed of 310 km/h, a range of 670 km, and a service ceiling of 6,000 m, making it suitable for various operational environments and missions.
-It was introduced in [[Update 1.87 "Locked On"]]. The Gazelle is a versatile helicopter that can perform different roles depending on the loadout. It can destroy tanks with ATGMs or rockets, or shoot down aircraft or helicopters with AAMs and cannon. It relies on stealth and cover to avoid detection and enemy fire, as it has no radar detector and limited armour.
+It was introduced in [[Update 1.87 "Locked On"]]. The Gazelle is a versatile helicopter that can perform different roles depending on the loadout. It can destroy tanks with ATGMs or rockets, or shoot down aircraft or helicopters with AAMs and cannon. It relies on stealth and cover to avoid detection and enemy fire, as it has no radar warning receiver and limited armour.
 == General info ==

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 == Description ==
 <!-- ''In the description, the first part should be about the history of and the creation and combat usage of the helicopter, as well as its key features. In the second part, tell the reader about the helicopter in the game. Insert a screenshot of the vehicle, so that if the novice player does not remember the vehicle by name, he will immediately understand what kind of vehicle the article is talking about.'' -->
-The '''{{Specs|name}}''' was part of the Gazelle helicopter project (SA.340, SA.341 and SA.342) that was started by Sud Aviation in 1966 and continued by Aérospatiale. It was a five-seat transport, scout, and light attack helicopter made in France and the UK. It was also licensed to SOKO in Yugoslavia and the Arab British Helicopter Company in Egypt. The Gazelle had a Turbomeca Artouste Astazou IIB turbine engine and a Fenestron-style tail, the first of its kind. The Fenestron had many blades inside the tail unit, which reduced noise, protected the tail rotor and the ground crew. The Gazelle was very fast for its class. The French used the Gazelle SA.341F as a light support helicopter with a 20 mm cannon and various missiles. Later, it was used for other roles such as observation, coordination, evacuation and communication.
+The '''{{Specs|name}}''' was a light support helicopter as part of the [[Gazelle (Family)]]. It was designed to serve the French Army's helicopter fleet, providing reconnaissance, fire support, and transport capabilities. The SA.341F was powered by a single Astazou IIIC turboshaft engine, which gave it a high performance and agility. It had a standard armament of a M621 20 mm cannon mounted externally which could fire up to 750 rounds per minute. The SA.341F could also be fitted with two mistral air-to-air missiles on the side stub wings, creating the Gazelle Celtic variant for self-defense and air superiority missions. The SA.341F had a maximum speed of 310 km/h, a range of 670 km, and a service ceiling of 6,000 m, making it suitable for various operational environments and missions.
 It was introduced in [[Update 1.87 "Locked On"]]. The Gazelle is a versatile helicopter that can perform different roles depending on the loadout. It can destroy tanks with ATGMs or rockets, or shoot down aircraft or helicopters with AAMs and cannon. It relies on stealth and cover to avoid detection and enemy fire, as it has no radar detector and limited armour.

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 == Description ==
 <!-- ''In the description, the first part should be about the history of and the creation and combat usage of the helicopter, as well as its key features. In the second part, tell the reader about the helicopter in the game. Insert a screenshot of the vehicle, so that if the novice player does not remember the vehicle by name, he will immediately understand what kind of vehicle the article is talking about.'' -->
-The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} French utility helicopter {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.87 "Locked On"]].
+The '''{{Specs|name}}''' was part of the Gazelle helicopter project (SA.340, SA.341 and SA.342) that was started by Sud Aviation in 1966 and continued by Aérospatiale. It was a five-seat transport, scout, and light attack helicopter made in France and the UK. It was also licensed to SOKO in Yugoslavia and the Arab British Helicopter Company in Egypt. The Gazelle had a Turbomeca Artouste Astazou IIB turbine engine and a Fenestron-style tail, the first of its kind. The Fenestron had many blades inside the tail unit, which reduced noise, protected the tail rotor and the ground crew. The Gazelle was very fast for its class. The French used the Gazelle SA.341F as a light support helicopter with a 20 mm cannon and various missiles. Later, it was used for other roles such as observation, coordination, evacuation and communication.
-Initially designed by Sud Aviation in 1966, the Gazelle helicopter project (SA.340, SA.341 and SA.342) was continued by Aérospatiale as a French five-seat transport, scout, and light attack helicopter manufactured in both France and the United Kingdom. Manufacturing licences were granted, allowing a Yugoslavian company SOKO and the Arab British Helicopter Company in Egypt to also produce these aircraft.
+It was introduced in [[Update 1.87 "Locked On"]]. The Gazelle is a versatile helicopter that can perform different roles depending on the loadout. It can destroy tanks with ATGMs or rockets, or shoot down aircraft or helicopters with AAMs and cannon. It relies on stealth and cover to avoid detection and enemy fire, as it has no radar detector and limited armour.
 == General info ==

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 {{Specs-Heli-Offensive}}
 <!-- ''Describe the offensive armament of the helicopter, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in battle, also what ammunition belts or drums are better to use. If there is no offensive weaponry, delete this subsection.'' -->
 The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with:
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 * A choice between two presets:
 ** Without offensive armament
-** 1 x 20 mm GIAT M.621 cannon (1,000 rpg) + 32 x countermeasures
+** 32 x countermeasures
 === Suspended armament ===
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 The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance:
-* 1 x 20 mm GIAT M.621 cannon (1,000 rpg) + 7 x FFAR Mighty Mouse rockets
+* 1 x 20 mm GIAT M.621 cannon (240 rpg) + 7 x FFAR Mighty Mouse rockets
-* 1 x 20 mm GIAT M.621 cannon (1,000 rpg) + 2 x HOT-1 missiles
+* 1 x 20 mm GIAT M.621 cannon + 2 x HOT-1 missiles
-* 1 x 20 mm GIAT M.621 cannon (1,000 rpg) + 2 x HOT-2 TOW missiles
+* 1 x 20 mm GIAT M.621 cannon + 2 x HOT-2 TOW missiles
-* 1 x 20 mm GIAT M.621 cannon (1,000 rpg) + 2 x Mistral missiles
+* 1 x 20 mm GIAT M.621 cannon + 2 x Mistral missiles
 == Usage in battles ==

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 Initially designed by Sud Aviation in 1966, the Gazelle helicopter project (SA.340, SA.341 and SA.342) was continued by Aérospatiale as a French five-seat transport, scout, and light attack helicopter manufactured in both France and the United Kingdom. Manufacturing licences were granted, allowing a Yugoslavian company SOKO and the Arab British Helicopter Company in Egypt to also produce these aircraft.
-The Turbomeca Artouste Astazou IIB turbine engine powers the Gazelle. Initial testing of this helicopter utilized a standard tail-rotor taken from the Alouette, however, design changes switched to a Fenestron-style tail, the first helicopter to do so. The Fenestron tail or “fantail” differs from a conventional tail rotor as it contains eight to eighteen blades housed within the tail unit of the helicopter. Advantages of the Fenestron include substantial noise reduction, protection of tail rotor damage from contact with other objects, and protection of ground personnel working around the tail section. With the aid of the Fenestron tail, the Gazelle was the world's fastest helicopter in its class during its early years.
+The Turbomeca Artouste Astazou IIB turbine engine powers the Gazelle. Initial testing of this helicopter utilised a standard tail-rotor taken from the Alouette, however, design changes switched to a Fenestron-style tail, the first helicopter to do so. The Fenestron tail or "fantail" differs from a conventional tail rotor as it contains eight to eighteen blades housed within the tail unit of the helicopter. Advantages of the Fenestron include substantial noise reduction, protection of tail rotor damage from contact with other objects, and protection of ground personnel working around the tail section. With the aid of the Fenestron tail, the Gazelle was the world's fastest helicopter in its class during its early years.
-In the service of the French, the Gazelle SA.341F was utilized as a light support helicopter equipped with a 20 mm GLAT M.261 cannon and various rockets, anti-tank missiles and air-to-air missiles. Over the years, the Gazelle was removed from anti-tank duty and reconfigured for operations as an Air Observation Post directing artillery fire, airborne forward air controller directing ground-attack troops, troop casualty evacuations and communication relay operations.
+In the service of the French, the Gazelle SA.341F was utilised as a light support helicopter equipped with a 20 mm GLAT M.261 cannon and various rockets, anti-tank missiles and air-to-air missiles. Over the years, the Gazelle was removed from anti-tank duty and reconfigured for operations as an Air Observation Post directing artillery fire, airborne forward air controller directing ground-attack troops, troop casualty evacuations and communication relay operations.
 == General info ==
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 The Aerospatiale SA.341 was developed to meet a French Army Light Aviation (ALAT) requirement for a new observation helicopter to replace the Alouette II. Aerospatiale designated the project as X 300, but the prototype's designation was SA.340.
-The prototype first flew in 1967, and it seemed outwardly similar to the Aloette II. It did use the Astazou II powerplant and transmission system, but there were a number of differences. For one thing, it introduced a fully enclosed fuselage and a cockpit with seating and controls for two pilots rather than one (although it could be flown by only one). Also introduced on the SA.340 were the fenestron - a shrouded tail rotor – and the Bolkow-type main rotor.
+The prototype first flew in 1967, and it seemed outwardly similar to the Alouette II. It did use the Astazou II powerplant and transmission system, but there were a number of differences. For one thing, it introduced a fully enclosed fuselage and a cockpit with seating and controls for two pilots rather than one (although it could be flown by only one). Also introduced on the SA.340 were the fenestron - a shrouded tail rotor - and the Bolkow-type main rotor.
 The British became interested in the project as the SA.340 was nearing completion, so a joint development and production sharing agreement was signed on 22 February 1967; it was officially confirmed in 1968. The first prototype (SA.340.001) flew for the first time on 7 April 1967, and the second prototype first flew in April 1968.

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 The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} French utility helicopter {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.87 "Locked On"]].
-Initially designed by Sud Aviation in 1966, the Gazelle helicopter project (SA.340, SA.341 and SA.342) was continued by Aérospatiale as a French five-seat transport, scout and light attack helicopter manufactured in both France and the United Kingdom. Manufacturing licenses were granted allowing a Yugoslavian company SOKO and the Arab British Helicopter Company in Egypt to also produce these aircraft.
+Initially designed by Sud Aviation in 1966, the Gazelle helicopter project (SA.340, SA.341 and SA.342) was continued by Aérospatiale as a French five-seat transport, scout, and light attack helicopter manufactured in both France and the United Kingdom. Manufacturing licences were granted, allowing a Yugoslavian company SOKO and the Arab British Helicopter Company in Egypt to also produce these aircraft.
-The Turbomeca Artouste Astazou IIB turbine engine powers the Gazelle. Initial testing of this helicopter utilised a standard tail-rotor taken from the Alouette, however, design changes switched to a Fenestron-style tail, the first helicopter to do so. The Fenestron tail or "fantail" differs from a conventional tail rotor as it contains eight to eighteen blades housed within the tail unit of the helicopter. Advantages of the Fenestron include substantial noise reduction, protection of tail rotor damage from contact with other objects and protection of ground personnel working around the tail section. With the aid of the Fenestron tail, the Gazelle was the world's fastest helicopter in its class during its early years.
+The Turbomeca Artouste Astazou IIB turbine engine powers the Gazelle. Initial testing of this helicopter utilized a standard tail-rotor taken from the Alouette, however, design changes switched to a Fenestron-style tail, the first helicopter to do so. The Fenestron tail or “fantail” differs from a conventional tail rotor as it contains eight to eighteen blades housed within the tail unit of the helicopter. Advantages of the Fenestron include substantial noise reduction, protection of tail rotor damage from contact with other objects, and protection of ground personnel working around the tail section. With the aid of the Fenestron tail, the Gazelle was the world's fastest helicopter in its class during its early years.
-In the service of the French, the Gazelle SA.341F was utilised as a light support helicopter equipped with a 20 mm GLAT M.261 cannon and various rockets, anti-tank missiles and air-to-air missiles. Over the years, the Gazelle was removed from anti-tank duty and reconfigured for operations as an Air Observation Post directing artillery fire, airborne forward air controller directing ground-attack troops, troop casualty evacuations and communication relay operations.
+In the service of the French, the Gazelle SA.341F was utilized as a light support helicopter equipped with a 20 mm GLAT M.261 cannon and various rockets, anti-tank missiles and air-to-air missiles. Over the years, the Gazelle was removed from anti-tank duty and reconfigured for operations as an Air Observation Post directing artillery fire, airborne forward air controller directing ground-attack troops, troop casualty evacuations and communication relay operations.
 == General info ==
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 {{Specs-Heli-Armour}}
 <!-- ''Examine the survivability of the helicopter. Note how vulnerable the structure is and how secure the pilot is, whether the fuel tanks are armoured, etc. Describe the armour, if there is any, and also mention the vulnerability of other critical systems.'' -->
-Has no armor plating present on the vehicle, this helicopter is incredibly vulnerable to all types of fire. The exposed engine is also vulnerable to being damaged or set alight, dooming the helicopter if hit.
+Has no armour plating present on the vehicle, this helicopter is incredibly vulnerable to all types of fire. The exposed engine is also vulnerable to being damaged or set alight, dooming the helicopter if hit.
 === Modifications and economy ===
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 * Air defence: Using AAMs, sneak behind enemy lines, and land in an obscured area, or behind cover, and wait for aircraft or helicopters to get near your allies. Then surprise attack them with your missiles and cannon fire. This will make short work of any helicopter, and most slow-flying aircraft.
-Overall you want to avoid direct line-of-sight to your enemies, as they likely can spot you faster than you can spot them, and engage you at longer range. Surface-to-air missiles are a serious threat, as they can take you by surprise, and you have no radar detector to warn you of their presence. The same applies to radar-guided anti-aircraft guns.
+Overall, you want to avoid direct line-of-sight to your enemies, as they likely can spot you faster than you can spot them, and engage you at longer range. Surface-to-air missiles are a serious threat, as they can take you by surprise, and you have no radar detector to warn you of their presence. The same applies to radar-guided anti-aircraft guns.
 In Helicopter Battles [PvE] the Gazelle is notably better than either of the two preceding helicopters, finally unlocking AAMs with a greater range (5.5km) than 3/4km ATGMs. However, due to the limited armament (2 missiles), the Gazelle is limited to strafing ground targets and trying to lock onto enemy planes.
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 The Aerospatiale SA.341 was developed to meet a French Army Light Aviation (ALAT) requirement for a new observation helicopter to replace the Alouette II. Aerospatiale designated the project as X 300, but the prototype's designation was SA.340.
-The prototype first flew in 1967, and it seemed outwardly similar to the Aloette II. It did use the Astazou II powerplant and transmission system, but there were a number of differences. For one thing, it introduced a fully enclosed fuselage and a cockpit with seating and controls for two pilots rather than one (although it could be flown by only one). Also introduced on the SA.340 were the fenestron - a shrouded tail rotor - and the Bolkow-type main rotor.
+The prototype first flew in 1967, and it seemed outwardly similar to the Aloette II. It did use the Astazou II powerplant and transmission system, but there were a number of differences. For one thing, it introduced a fully enclosed fuselage and a cockpit with seating and controls for two pilots rather than one (although it could be flown by only one). Also introduced on the SA.340 were the fenestron - a shrouded tail rotor – and the Bolkow-type main rotor.
 The British became interested in the project as the SA.340 was nearing completion, so a joint development and production sharing agreement was signed on 22 February 1967; it was officially confirmed in 1968. The first prototype (SA.340.001) flew for the first time on 7 April 1967, and the second prototype first flew in April 1968.
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 ;Related development
 * [[SA 342M Gazelle]]
 ;Other vehicles of similar configuration and role
 * [[BO 105 (Family)]]

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 {{About
 | about = French utility helicopter '''{{PAGENAME}}'''
-| usage = the other version
+| usage = other versions
-| link = SA 342M Gazelle
+| link = Gazelle (Family)
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 * A choice between two presets:
 ** Without offensive armament
-** 1 x 20 mm GIAT M.621 cannon (1,000 rpg) + 32 x Flares/Chaff
+** 1 x 20 mm GIAT M.621 cannon (1,000 rpg) + 32 x countermeasures
 === Suspended armament ===
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 '''Notable Enemies:'''
-* '''''[[Mi-28N]]''''', '''''[[Mi-24P]]''''', '''''[[Mi-24V]]''''': Due to the gazelle's lack of a MAW system, it is still possible to shoot it down with the AAMs these helicopters carry. Their Armor also means that it is harder for you to shoot them down in return.
+* [[Mi-28N]], [[Mi-24P]], [[Mi-24V]]: Due to the gazelle's lack of a MAW system, it is still possible to shoot it down with the AAMs these helicopters carry. Their Armor also means that it is harder for you to shoot them down in return.
-* '''''[[Ka-50]]''''', '''''[[Ka-52]]''''': Both can outrange you, meaning that killing one is the result of ''their'' mistakes
+* [[Ka-50]], [[Ka-52]]: Both can outrange you, meaning that killing one is the result of their mistakes
-* '''''[[EC-665_Tiger_UHT|Tiger UHT]]''''': Similar to the '''''[[Ka-50]]''''', the Tiger has access to IR-guided ATGMS with long range.
+* [[EC-665 Tiger UHT]]: Similar to the [[Ka-50]], the Tiger has access to IR-guided ATGMS with long range.
-* '''''[[AH-1_(Family)|AH-1]]''''': Highly manoeuvrable with a high volume of fire, the Cobra family of helicopters is incredibly good at dogfighting. Engage from long range, or use superior speed to flee.
+* [[AH-1 (Family)|AH-1]]: Highly manoeuvrable with a high volume of fire, the Cobra family of helicopters is incredibly good at dogfighting. Engage from long range, or use superior speed to flee.
 === Pros and cons ===
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 == See also ==
-''Links to the articles on the War Thunder Wiki that you think will be useful for the reader, for example:''
+<!-- ''Links to the articles on the War Thunder Wiki that you think will be useful for the reader, for example:''
 * [[SA 342M Gazelle]]
-* [[EC-665 Tiger HAP]]
 == External links ==