The first batch of Apache helicopter reached India, know what is its specialty, why it is special

The Indian Army was waiting for a long -standing fighter helicopter Apache. But this wait is over now. Actually the first batch of Apache helicopter has reached India. These helicopters will be deployed in Jodhpur by the Indian Army. The deployment of these state -of -the -art helicopters on the western front is expected to increase the ability to attack the army and the battlefield will increase. Please tell that the Apache helicopter already exists with the Indian Air Force. Presently, delivery of Apache fighter helicopters has been given to the Indian Army.

Advanced Technical and Advanced Sensor System

The Apache fighter helicopters have night vision and thermal sensors which are capable of performing operations at night and even at bad weather. Target Acquisition System and Pilot Night Vision Sensors help to identify and target the enemy accurately. They are capable of identifying 128 dynamic goals in 60 seconds and destroying it. Apart from this, the radar and communication system installed in it is also quite advanced. It equipped with an AN/APG-78 Longbo radar and Joint Tectical Information Distribution System (JTIDS), which provides advanced digital connectivity. Also possible communication through CDL and KU frequency bands.

Firepower and weapon system

This fighter helicopter can shoot at the rate of 625 rounds per minute. This helicopter has an AGM-114 Helphier missile system that is capable of destroying tank, laser-guided missiles, armored vehicles. Apart from this, it has a ungettered rocket of Hydra 70 rocket 70 mm, which is useful for destroying the ground bases. Also, the stringer missile in it is air -to -air missile, which can deal with air threats. The spike NLOS missile in this helicopter is a long-range missile, with a stand-off attack capacity. Also, this helicopter is equipped with the ability to do multi-targeting. This means that this helicopter has the ability to attack 16 goals together in a minute.

Speed

If we talk about the speed of the Apache helicopter, then its maximum speed is 280-365 km per hour. Also, its operational range is about 480–500 km, which can be increased more with the external fuel tank. Explain that it can remain in the air for 3 to 3.5 hours after flying once.

Multi Mission Capacity, Multi Domain Operation

This helicopter is designed to dominate complex and competitive battlefields. This fighter helicopter can control the drone, such as MQ-1C gray eagle, which helps in finding and monitoring the target. In addition, it helps the army’s strike core in war. Also, advanced sensors and radar systems installed in it are also capable of reconnaissance missions.

Design and weight of helicopter

Explain that this helicopter is designed for two pilots, in which one pilot controls the flight and the other operates weapons. It weighs 6,838 kg. Also, the maximum takeoff weight is 10,433 kg. Let us know that this helicopter has been designed to protect against ballistic missiles and small arms attacks. It is bad weather and also operational at night.

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