Introducing the next generation attack helicopter...
The SH-42A Orous is an advanced attack helicopter with a coaxial rotor configuration, designed to compete with the Kamov Ka-52 Alligator and Boeing AH-64 Apache. Developed in 2013, the Orous has since been adopted by numerous armed forces, including Starcrest PMC and the US Army. With approximately 420 units produced and an estimated 120 more orders each year, its popularity and effectiveness are evident. In its standard configuration, the SH-42A Orous is armed with six air-to-air missiles, twelve air-to-ground missiles, and two guided bombs, making it a formidable asset in modern warfare. Its cutting-edge design and powerful armament enable it to excel in various combat scenarios, providing unmatched support to ground forces and maintaining air superiority.
The SH-42A Orous boasts a diverse weapons payload, allowing it to adapt to a wide range of combat scenarios. For air-to-air engagements, it can be equipped with various missile combinations, including 6 SCATRAM NEOs, 6 SAtA-76 Patriots, 6 SAtA-78 Patriot EX, 6 AIM-9X, or a combination of 4 AIM-9X and 2 AIM-120s. In air-to-ground missions, the Orous can carry 2 SBG-20 Buster X guided bombs, 12 GASSAM 9E or 9K air-to-ground missiles, or 8 AGM-114K Hellfire II missiles. Additionally, the SH-42A Orous features an automatic tracking .50 cal minigun capable of engaging both air and ground targets. This advanced weapon system provides precise and rapid firepower, enhancing the helicopter's versatility and effectiveness in various combat environments. This comprehensive armament ensures the SH-42A Orous can effectively address multiple threats and deliver precise firepower in diverse operational settings.
Specifications
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General Characteristics
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- Wingspan 44.5ft (13.6m)
- Length 54.8ft (16.7m)
- Height 17.0ft (5.2m)
- Empty Weight N/A
- Loaded Weight 41,177lbs (18,677kg)
Performance
- Power/Weight Ratio 10.915
- Wing Loading 250.9lbs/ft2 (1,224.8kg/m2)
- Wing Area 164.1ft2 (15.3m2)
- Drag Points 8238
Parts
- Number of Parts 199
- Control Surfaces 0
- Performance Cost 1,046
looks very similar to KX-19 from BO4