Apache (missile)
The MBDA Apache (/əˈpætʃi/; French: [apaʃ]), or Apache AP,[1] is a French-developed air-launched anti-runway cruise missile, manufactured by European arms company MBDA.[2] The Apache system is at the base of the SCALP EG concept,[3] 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.[1][4]
| Apache | |
|---|---|
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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 | |
| Mass | 1230 kg |
| Length | 5.1 m |
| Warhead | 10 Kriss anti-runway submunitions (50 kg warhead each) |
| Engine | Turbojet |
| Wingspan | 2.85 m |
Operational range | 140 km (French senate). Other sources state 100 km+ |
| Maximum speed | 1000 km/h |
Guidance system | GPS-INS |
Launch platform | Mirage 2000, Rafale |
See also
- SCALP EG
- BLU-107 Durandal
References
- "APACHE AP/ SCALP EG/ Storm Shadow/ SCALP Naval/ Black Shaheen". Missile Threat. Center for Strategic and International Studies. 2 December 2016. Retrieved 15 April 2018.
- 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.
- Thor. "Apache Anti-runway Missile". historywarsweapons.com. Archived from the original on 3 March 2016. Retrieved 12 September 2012.
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