Apache (missile)
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| Type | Anti-runway cruise missile. |
| Place of origin | France |
| Service history | |
| In service | December 2001 |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | MBDA |
| Unit cost | 1,610,000 euros |
| Specifications | |
| Weight | 1230 kg |
| Length | 5.1 m |
| Warhead | 10 Kriss anti-runway submunitions (50 kg warhead each) |
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| Engine | Turbojet |
| Wingspan | 2.85 m |
Operational range | 140 km (French senate). Other sources state 100 km+ |
| Speed | 1000 km/h |
Guidance system | GPS-INS |
Launch platform | Mirage 2000, Rafale |
The MBDA Apache (/əˈpætʃi/; French: [apaʃ]) is a French-developed air-launched anti-runway cruise missile, manufactured by European arms company MBDA.[1] The Apache system is at the base of the SCALP EG concept,[2] notably for the aerodynamics and the stealth feature. The SCALP EG also has a different propulsion system as well as a different warhead. While the SCALP uses a single high-penetration warhead, the Apache's effect is obtained by dispersal of 10 cluster submunitions.[3]
See also
References
- ↑ Norton-Taylor, Richard (20 March 2012). "Libyan air campaign boosts MBDA order book". London: www.guardian.co.uk. Retrieved 12 September 2012.
- ↑ goebel, greg. "[5.0] Modern Western Air-Launched Cruise Missiles". www.vectorsite.net. Retrieved 12 September 2012.
- ↑ "Apache Anti-runway Missile". historywarsweapons.com. Retrieved 12 September 2012.
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