The MI-8 HIP is a multi-role transport helicopter effective at carring troops or supplies as well as performing armed attackers with rockets and weapons. It's used to resupply guerrillas, insert detachments or offer close atmosphere help to attacking units. Designed as a transport helicopter, the Mi-8 proved a multi-purpose device. The cable outside suspension system, designed with the weight-measuring device, makes it possible to carry big size cargoes weighing up to three tons. If required, it became both combat, rescue and artillery observation helicopter.