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  1. 04 May 08, 23:42 #16
    Public Enemy
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    The AH-64 news doesn't excite me as much as the Cirit rocket (comparable to the DAGR), it should be ready this year.

    70MM LASER-GUIDED AIR-GROUND ROCKETS
    Roketsan successfully tested its new 2.75in air-ground rocket in a precision-guided version in 2006, and, according to information from the manufacturer, should be ready for serial production by the end of 2008.

    The laser guided rocket is 1.9m long, weighs 14kg and has a maximum range of 8km. It is classified as the insensitive munition Type V with enhanced resistance to initiation caused by a bullet / splinter hit or a liquid fuel fire.

    According to preliminary plans the weapon system should equip both the existing Turkish AH-1P and AH-1W attack helicopters, and upcoming T-129 helicopter, readied under the ATAK II programme. This semi-active laser guided air-to-ground weapon and its smart launcher (with MIL-STD-1760 interface) will fill the gap between unguided munitions and the active-guidance anti-amour systems of modern attack helicopters.
    Air Force Technology - Roketsan - Rockets and Missiles
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  2. 05 May 08, 01:28 #17
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    Quote Originally Posted by Public Enemy View Post
    The AH-64 news doesn't excite me as much as the Cirit rocket (comparable to the DAGR), it should be ready this year.
    The Cirit is considered an equivalent to the Lockheed/Martin's APKWS II also known as the Hellfire Mini.

    However, what I believe is a significant development by ROKETSAN of Turkey is the new family of Heavy Anti-Tank missiles such as the Umtas and Omtas. ROKESTSAN had gained alot of know how from the failed Eyx project and it is said that Turkey decided to go solo and design its own anti-tank missiles family.

    These are said to be equivalent to the Hellfire II by US Sources.

    See Roketsan’ın UMTAS ve Cirit’i « savunma ve uluslararası iliÅŸkiler

    Defense Technology International - September 2007

    In fact, there is some problems associated with the incorporation of Turkish designed lancers and Umtas and Cirit. The US does not want to allow Turkey the incorporation of its own weapons on the Apache. However, Turkey has made it clear that if this is the case it will cancel the deal.


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