TAI T929 ATAK 2
| T929 ATAK 2 | |
|---|---|
| |
| Atak 2 model introduced atTeknofest2019 | |
| Role | Heavyattack helicopter |
| National origin | Turkey |
| Manufacturer | Turkish Aerospace Industries[1] |
| First flight | 28 April 2023[2][3][4] |
| Introduction | 2025 (planned) |
| Status | Under development |
| Primary user | Turkish Army(intended) |
| Developed from | TAI/AgustaWestland T129 ATAK TAI T625 Gökbey |
TheTAI T929 ATAK 2is a twin-engine, heavy attack helicopter under development byTurkish Aerospace Industries.The helicopter is designed for attack, electronic warfare and reconnaissance missions in all-weather environments in both day and night conditions.[1][5]
The Atak 2 will incorporate some sub-systems and components developed underT129and theT625 Gökbeyhelicopter projects.[6][7]
Development
[edit]In November 2018, the Turkish Undersecretariat for Defense Industries (SSB) initiated the heavy-class Atak 2 helicopter comparable toBoeing AH-64 Apachefor Turkish military and potential export markets. In February 2020, the Turkish Undersecretariat for Defense Industries (SSB) signed a contract with Turkish Aerospace Industries to develop the helicopter for an undisclosed value.[8]
The Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) is developing the T929 Atak 2 helicopter using industrial experience gained through the jointT129 Attack helicopterproject between Turkish Aerospace Industries and the ItalianLeonardo Company.[9][10]
It is being developed to meet a need for a heavy attack helicopter for theTurkish Land Forces[11]and a requirement from theTurkish Navyto operate from theTCG Anadoluamphibious assault ship(LHD).[12][13]
Design
[edit]The T929 helicopter features tandem seats, asymmetrical weapons bay, high ammunition capacity, low infrared (IR) signature, digital cockpit, ballistic protection, improved avionics, electronic warfare and countermeasure capability.[14][15]
The helicopter will be fitted with a nose-mountedforward-looking infrared(FLIR) turret that includes target-tracking functionality. The helicopter will also feature electronic warfare systems such as infrared/ultraviolet missile-warning sensors and a tail-mounteddirected-infrared countermeasure(DIRCM) system to jamheat-seekingmissiles.[8]
The heavy class helicopter[16]can be tasked with air-to-ground combat, air-to-air combat, armed reconnaissance surveillance and close air support (CAS) operations.[5]
Engines
[edit]The T929 Atak 2 will be powered by two 2,500 horsepowerturboshaftengines.[17][18]Turkish TAI has signed an agreement with Ukraine'sMotor Sichto supply fourteen TV3-117 engines for its developmental ATAK 2 heavy attack helicopter.[15][14][16][18]
Specifications
[edit]
Data from:[19][20][21]
General characteristics
- Crew:2
- Max takeoff weight:10,000 kg (22,046 lb)
- Powerplant:2 ×TV3-117turboshaftengines[17],1,864.25 kW (2,500.00 hp) each
Performance
- Maximum speed:318 km/h (198 mph, 172 kn)
- Cruise speed:314 km/h (195 mph, 170 kn)
- Endurance:40° / +50°C Temperature and Icing Condition
- Service ceiling:6,096 m (20,000 ft)
Armament
- Guns:1×30x113 mmVENOM LR main gun[22]
- Hardpoints:6 with a capacity of up to 1,500 kg, with provisions to carry combinations of:
- Rockets:
- Missiles:
- UMTAS:UMTAS and L-UMTAS anti-tank missiles
- Cirit:70 mm guided missile used against lightly armored / unarmored targets[23]
- PorSavorAir-to-Air Stinger (ATAS)or Air-to-AirMistral(ATAM) orBozdoğanorAIM-9 Sidewinderanti-aircraft missiles (at least one of these)
- Rockets:
Avionics
[24]
- 4-Axis Autopilot
- Modular Avionics Architecture
- Target Detection Radar
- Target Detection System
- Helmet-Integrated Imaging System
See also
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