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India.com
12 hours ago
- India.com
Apache helicopter price: How much did India pay for these deadly war machines, and who builds them?
Apache helicopter price: How much did India pay for these deadly war machines, and who builds them? The Indian Army has received three Apache AH-64E attack helicopters from the American company Boeing and these are part of a deal for a total of six Apache helicopters, worth Rs. 4,168 crore. According to the deal, the cost of one Apache helicopter is estimated to be between Rs. 860 crore and Rs. 948.5 crore, making it one of the most advanced and expensive military helicopters in the world. The U.S. Army also uses the same type of helicopter. This deal is separate from an earlier agreement made in 2015 between Boeing and the Indian Air Force, under which 22 Apache E-model helicopters were delivered. That earlier delivery was completed in 2020. Later, the Ministry of Defence signed a new agreement specifically for the Indian Army, approving the purchase of six more Apache AH-64E helicopters at a cost of Rs. 4,168 crore. Why is the Apache so expensive? The AH-64E Apache is expensive because it is highly advanced combat machine and not just any regular helicopter. Its high price comes from the advanced technology and powerful features it carries. One of its key strengths is the Longbow radar, which is mounted on top of the rotor. This special radar allows the helicopter to detect and target enemies while staying hidden behind obstacles like trees or hills. It also has MUM-T (Manned-Unmanned Teaming) technology. This allows the Apache to work together with drones, jam enemy radar, and launch attacks directly from the cockpit. The helicopter comes equipped with infrared sensors, laser-guided systems, and night-vision tools, which makes it fully capable of operating in any weather and even during night missions. To protect the crew, the Apache has strong armor, crash-resistant seats, and electronic countermeasures that help avoid enemy attacks, all of which increase the safety of both the pilot and the aircraft. What other special features does Apache have? The AH-64E Apache is the latest and most upgraded version of this combat helicopter. It is specially designed to handle multiple tasks during battle. It comes with advanced sensors that can detect and gather information from a long distance. This helicopter can also connect with other systems around it, like ground units, drones, and command centers. It uses all available tools and data to improve performance and coordination during missions. What does this deal show? This purchase reflects that India still depends on foreign defence equipment, even with the push for the 'Make in India' initiative. However, it is also important to know that the Apache helicopters are highly advanced and strategically important and cannot be easily replaced by local alternatives.
India.com
19 hours ago
- Politics
- India.com
American Apache vs Chinese Z-10ME: Which one is more powerful among India-Pakistan combat helicopters?
New Delhi: The first batch of three AH-64E Apache helicopters from the US arrived at Hindon Airbase this morning. These helicopters were brought via Antonov AN-124 aircraft. Meanwhile, news has also come that Pakistan has also deployed Chinese-made Z-10ME attack helicopters. In such a situation, it is believed that if there is any military clash between India and Pakistan again, then Apache and Z-10ME helicopters can come face to face. However, both the countries have purchased these combat helicopters when many countries of the world are turning away from them. Which one is better helicopter? The American Apache AH-64E is considered to be among the best attack helicopters in the world. The Indian Army established its first Apache rotary wing aircraft squadron at Nagatalav in Jodhpur in March 2024. Meanwhile, Pakistan has also started deploying the Z-10ME helicopter in its army. China's Z-10ME is designed to challenge the US Apache and Russian Mi-28 Havoc helicopters. The inclusion of this helicopter will give the Pakistani army a greater capability to act against India's multilayer air defense and ground tanks. What are the features of the Z-10 helicopter? The Z-10 helicopter has a strike range of 1,120 kilometers and weighs about 5,100 kilograms when empty. It includes a 23 millimeter caliber revolver pistol and four external hardpoints that can hold air-to-ground, air-to-air and rocket launchers. Up to 16 anti-tank missiles, four multiple 7-barrel rocket launchers or two multiple 32-barrel rocket launchers can be installed on this helicopter, with the ability to use different combinations for different missions. It can carry missiles to destroy tanks and armored vehicles. For example, missiles can be used against tanks and armored vehicles, while rockets and cannons can be used to harm infantrymen. Why are world's experts praising the Chinese Z-10 so much? The Z-10 offers many advantages over its counterparts such as the Eurocopter Tiger due to its excellent aerodynamic design and domestically manufactured engines, as well as its excellent handling and agility. China has made several improvements to the export version of the Z-10ME. It is powered by the WZ-9G turboshaft engine, which is a significant improvement over the earlier WZ-9 engines. Other upgrades over older versions of the Z-10 are improved avionics. The system has a helmet-mounted sight, laser rangefinder, and thermal imaging sensors for night operations. Z-10 is equipped with laser-guided weapons The Z-10ME is reportedly equipped with laser-guided weapons. The Z-10ME is said to have graphene-based and ceramic composite armor panels, which provide protection to the pilots and engines from small arms attack. The upward-facing exhaust nozzles reduce the helicopter's infrared signature, reducing the risk of infrared missile lock-on. What makes Apache helicopters so special? The Apache attack helicopter is used by the US Army as well as the armies of several other countries. It is a twin-turboshaft helicopter with a seating capacity of two people and a tailwheel-type landing gear. One of the main features of the Apache is its advanced sensor and weapon system. It is also equipped with a helmet-mounted display, night vision system and a radar, which enables it to locate and attack targets even in darkness and bad weather. Apart from this, it is also equipped with a 30 mm chain gun, Hellfire missiles and rocket pods. Apache Multi Mission Helicopter The Apache helicopter fires at a speed of 625 rounds per minute. It is also equipped with Hydra 70 rockets and AGM-114 Hellfire missile system. The Apache helicopter is equipped with multi-targeting capability, which has the power to hit 16 targets in 1 minute. It can also track 128 targets simultaneously. Apache helicopters fly at a speed of 280-365 kilometers per hour. Apache helicopters are equipped with advanced technologies such as night vision, thermal sensors and advanced radar, which enable it to carry out precise attacks even in darkness and bad weather. It is a multi-mission helicopter capable of carrying out air-to-air and air-to-ground attacks.
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Why Apache attack helicopters' arrival is a ‘milestone moment' for India's defence?
After a 16-month wait, India on Tuesday finally received the first three of the six AH-64E Apache attack helicopters from Boeing, with the Indian army describing its arrival as a "milestone moment". Boeing delivered the first batch of the AH-64E Apache helicopters on Tuesday, with the remaining three to be delivered by the year-end. (PTI) The desert camouflage-painted choppers, which arrived at the Hindon Airbase in Uttar Pradesh's Ghaziabad aboard a US military cargo plane, could be a game changer for the operational capabilities of the Indian army. The army ordered six Apache attack helicopters for more than ₹4,100 crore in 2020. Following the first batch of the choppers, Boeing will deliver the remaining three by the year-end. The state-of-the-art Apache helicopters will "bolster the operational capabilities of the Indian Army significantly", the army also said. While Boeing started producing Apaches for the Indian Army at its Mesa facility in Arizona in August 2023, targeting deliveries for the next year, supply chain bottlenecks in the aerospace industry slowed down production and subsequently caused this 16-month delay. In 2020, Boeing completed the delivery of 22 R-model Apaches to the Indian Air Force (IAF) and signed a contract to supply six AH-64Es for the Indian Army. The IAF also signed a multi-billion-dollar contract with the US government and Boeing Ltd for 22 Apache choppers in September 2015. The defence ministry also in 2017 approved the procurement of six Apache helicopters along with weapons systems for Boeing at a cost of ₹4,168 crore for the Army. Why getting Apache is a big deal for India? Defence minister Rajnath Singh described the arrival of the AH-64E Apache attack helicopters as a "significant step" towards strengthening India's defence capabilities. He noted that these advanced choppers will enhance the Army Aviation wing's operational effectiveness, especially in challenging regions. The arrival of this batch of AH-64E Apache helicopters, in addition to the already operational fleet of 22 Apache choppers, will strengthen the Army's operations on the Western front. The existing fleet of Apache helicopters have already been deployed in Ladakh and western sectors. The Apache, armed with fire-and-forget Hellfire missiles, can track up to 128 targets per minute and prioritise threat levels. The missiles bring a set of heavy anti-armour capabilities to the helicopters. The Army Aviation Corps is also strengthening and modernising its capabilities with such factors, like attack helicopters, light combat helicopters (LCH), light utility helicopters (LUH), and unmanned aerial vehicles. The AH-64E Apache choppers will assist the Army in reconnaissance and attack. The lethal, survivable, and agile also provides reach, manoeuvrability and performance needed by the forces on the ground and contributes to the success of current and future joint missions. Boeing described Apache as the "world's most advanced and proven attack helicopter". The AH-64E Apache "represents the backbone of the US Army's attack helicopter fleet and a growing number of international defense forces". Armed with 16 Hellfire missiles, 76 2.76-inch rockets, and 1,200 30mm chain gun rounds, the AH-64E Apache attack helicopter can fire 600-650 rounds per minute. It has a maximum operating weight of 10,432 kg and can climb up to more than 2,800 feet per minute. The AH-64E Apache features advanced digital connectivity, a joint tactical information distribution system, more than T700-GE-701D engines with upgraded face gear transmission to accommodate more power, the capability to control unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and new composite main rotor blade. In January 1984, Boeing delivered the first US Army Apache AH-64A. Since then, the US Army and other nations have received over 2,700 AH-64 Apache attack helicopters. Other than the US and now India, Egypt, Greece, Indonesia, Israel, Japan, Korea, Kuwait, the Netherlands, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates, and the United Kingdom have also procured AH-64 Apache attack choppers.
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
Indian Army Receives First Batch Of Apache Helicopters From U.S., To Be Deployed In Jodhpur
Three AH-64E Apache attack helicopters have arrived at Hindon Air Force Station from the United States, marking a major boost to the Indian Army's air strike capabilities. These advanced choppers will be deployed in Jodhpur, strengthening the Army's first Apache squadron. Known as "tanks in the air," Apaches are equipped with precision weapons, night vision, and all-weather systems, ideal for anti-tank missions in desert terrain. The remaining three helicopters from the ₹5,691 crore deal are expected by end-2025. Originally delayed due to global factors, this induction enhances India's combat readiness near the western borders.#apachehelicopters #indianarmy #ah64eapache #jodhpur #hindonairforcestation #indiandefence #militarymodernization #airpower #makeinindia #westernborders #toi #toibharat Read More
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First Post
a day ago
- Business
- First Post
Indian Army takes delivery of first batch of Apache attack helicopters from Boeing
The AH-64E Apache is equipped with cutting-edge avionics, weaponry, and sensor systems designed for high-intensity battlefield roles. read more The Apache attack helicopter is well-known for its survivability, and is often called 'tank in the air'. Representative image/Reuters Boeing on Tuesday delivered three AH-64E Apache attack helicopters to the Indian Army, marking a significant boost to its combat aviation capabilities. The delivery is part of a contract for six helicopters approved by the Defence Ministry in 2017. 'These state-of-the-art platforms will bolster the operational capabilities of the Indian Army significantly,' the Army said in a social media post, welcoming the addition of the advanced multi-role combat helicopters to its fleet. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD #Apache for Indian Army Milestone moment for Indian Army as the first batch of Apache helicopters for Army Aviation arrive today in India. These state-of-the-art platforms will bolster the operational capabilities of the #IndianArmy significantly.#YearofTechAbsorption… — ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY (@adgpi) July 22, 2025 The Army's acquisition of the Apache fleet follows the Indian Air Force's (IAF) earlier procurement of 22 AH-64E helicopters under a multi-billion dollar deal signed in 2015. Boeing completed deliveries for the IAF in 2020. The current Army-specific order was cleared in 2017 at a cost of Rs 4,168 crore, and the deliveries were scheduled to begin in 2024. The remaining three helicopters are expected to arrive later this year. Once inducted, the Apaches will provide the Indian Army with enhanced offensive capability in high-altitude and armoured warfare scenarios. The AH-64E Apache, originally developed by Hughes Helicopters in the 1970s for the US Army to replace the AH-1 Cobra, is equipped with cutting-edge avionics, weaponry, and sensor systems designed for high-intensity battlefield roles. The twin-engine, tandem-seat attack helicopter is widely regarded as one of the deadliest and most survivable combat helicopters worldwide, thanks to its combination of firepower, technology, and battlefield adaptability. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The chopper is designed primarily for anti-armour and close air support. Apaches have proven highly effective in conflicts such as the Gulf War, Afghanistan, Iraq, and more. Their presence in militaries like India's is seen as a major force multiplier, providing critical 'tank in the air' capability against armored threats. With inputs from agencies
