Apache AH MK1
The Apache AH-Mk.1 has been developed from the US AH-64D Apache, and built by AgustaWestland under licence from Boeing for the British Army. Battle proven and effective on current operations the Apache AH Mk.1 is equipped with two RTM322 engines giving unique ‘hot and high’ capability. The ability to classify and prioritise ground and air targets, a 30mm accurate chin mounted machine gun and ability to carry the latest in weapon technology make Apache suited to precision attack, air escort, reconnaissance, anti-armour and deep operations. Self protection is assured by an integrated Defensive Aids Suite (DAS).
| Weights | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max take off | 8160 | kg | 18000 | lb |
| Engine rating (2 x Rolls Royce turbomeca RTM322) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Take Off power | 1566 | kW | 2100 | shp |
| Crew | |
|---|---|
| Crew | 2 |
| External Dimensions | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall length | 17,76 | m | 58,30 | ft |
| Overall height | 4,95 | m | 16,30 | ft |
| Rotor diameter | 14,63 | m | 48,00 | ft |
| Performance | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 259 | km/h | 140 | kts |
| Hovering IGE (ISA + 15, Mission GW) | 3505 | m | 11500 | ft |
| Max range | 537 | km | 290 | nm |
| Max endurance | 2 h 45 min | |||
| Fuel capacity | 1421 | l | 312 | USgal |
- Chaff and flare dispensers
- Infrared suppressors
- Laser warning system
- Missile approach warning system
- Longbow fire control radar
- TADS PNVS - Target Acquisition Designation Sight/Pilot Night Vision Sensor
- IHADSS - Integrated helmet and display sight system
- Fully integrated MANPRINT cockpit with colour displays
- Integrated GPS/INS/Doppler navigation system
- CRV-7 80 mm rockets
- Hellfire missiles
- 30 mm nose mounted chain gun
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