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AH-64 Apache

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AH-64 Apache

The AH-64 Apache is the primary attack helicopter of the U.S. Army and many allied nations. It features a tandem two-seat cockpit, Longbow millimeter-wave radar, and can carry Hellfire missiles and Hydra rocket pods.

Specifications

TypeHelicopter
OriginUnited States
ManufacturerBoeing
Introduced1986
StatusIn service
Ceiling6,400
Range476
Weight5,165
Speed293
Crew2

History

Developed from the YAH-64 prototype that won the Army's Advanced Attack Helicopter competition. Entered service 1986. Has seen continuous combat from Gulf War through Afghanistan and beyond. The AH-64E Guardian is the current production variant.

Operators

CountryQuantityConfidence
United States~720confirmed
United Kingdom—
Israel—
Egypt—
Poland8confirmed

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