RAF Waddington Air show Lincolnshire UK

John A Silkstone

RAF Waddington Air show Lincolnshire UK

Sorry for the state of the photos but at was throwing it down with rain.

Photo is just fine, Silky! Question: Are British Apaches equipped with same armament as US counterparts or are they modified?
 
WAH-64

There are other differences between The British and US Versions.

Rolls-Royce RTM322 engines instead of the General Electric T700s. The Rolls-Royce engines produce nearly 25% more power than their GE counter-parts, although only exploited during take-offs due to the existing Apache transmission system. This engine is currently under evaluation by the U.S. Government, with a view to updating their AH-64s. A new transmission system to utilize all the available power is also in development.

Anti-ice protection for rotor blades.

SELEX (formerly BAE Systems Avionics) Helicopter Integrated Defensive Aids System (HIDAS).

Connectivity with the BOWMAN secure communications system.

Capability to carry and fire CRV7 rockets and the advanced Brimstone missile.

A downgrading of the laser used for training by the Apache for target designation, as it is deemed too powerful for use in the United Kingdom.
 

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