United Elias
13-03-2005, 20:47
This thread is designed only for members of the AMW RPing group, so please if you are not a member, do not post. Thanks.
OOC: This is the beginings of my edited, modern world list of all the defence products we produce, and have produced, to allow MW countries to firstly take Elias products into account when equipping their militaries and provide more information about the equipment used by the Elias Armed Forces (though there will be a seperate thread dedicated to my military). This is not a full list, but a work in progress, which may take some time as I have to combine hundreds of old threads into one, editing text and where necessary changing pictures. MW nations are invited to discuss purchasing, which can also be agreed retrospectively (i.e you can agree to buying something in the past, which you are still using in your present military or whatever.)
For the sake of 56k users, all images are linked through rather than posted here. Anything underlined is a hyperlink to an image.
HELICOPTERS
Mi-8/17UE ( http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/Mi-17UE.bmp)
The Federal Dynamics Consortium has developed the following upgrade package for the Mil Mi-8/17 utility helicopter
Any details not mentioned below can be considered to be the same as on previous versions.
The Mi-17UE is powered by two newly designed EPE-11M3 turboshafts producing 1920 shp each based on the engines of the modern EA-22. Owing to them Mi-17UE boasts greater service/hovering ceiling, improved “hot and high” performance and load capacity, while operating in mountainous areas and increased ambient air temperatures over the original Mi-17 variants. The helicopter can continue flight with one operating engine developing 2,200 shp. The upgrade also includes a EPE-A99 Auxiliary Power Unit is to start engines when taking off from prepared or unprepared pads located up to 4,000 m above sea level, as well as to check the onboard equipment when the engines are inoperative.
One or two fuel tanks can be fitted into the cargo cabin to increase the helicopter flight range.
The new comprehensive avionics set includes radio and flight navigation equipment used to fly the helicopter day/night in VFR and IFR weather conditions. The Mi-17UE is also the first version of the Mi-17 to feature a high-tech 'glass cockpit' ( http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/Mi-17UEpanel.bmp) and be compatible with night vision equipment. A new nose assembly is designed to accommodate and ERSS-240SR Weather and Terrain avoidance radar.
When equipped with the armament pylons, the Mi-17UE can carry a wide range of guns, guided and unguided missiles, and a variety of bombs up to 500 kg. Machine-guns are situated in flexible mounts in the cockpit and at the rear door. Cabin windows are equipped with eight gun-pivot units to enable troopers to fire from the helicopter during flight. Armour protection from small arms fire is provided for the cockpit, the pilots’ seats, the gunners’ floor, the hydraulic unit. The main gearbox and engine integrated electronic counter measure systems (ECM) comprise flare dispensers, omni-directional infrared jammer and engine exhaust suppressers. In addition to the existing features of the Mi-17, a higher level of safety on the battlefield is also ensured by a new dual hydraulic system and self-sealing fuel tanks.
The Mi-17UE is capable of carrying cargoes in the cabin (including long cargo) with half-open or removed doors and external loads. The Mi-17UE can carry up to 30 troops; it can also be used for in-flight unloading of special cargoes. Interior troop seats are removable for cargo carrying. An internal winch facilitates loading of heavy freight. Floor has tie down rings throughout. The aircraft carries a rescue hoist capable to 150 kg.
Specifications
Powerplants: 2xEPE-11M3 turboshafts producing 1920 shp each
Dimensions:
Length (rotors turning): 25.35 m m
Width: 2.50 m
Main Rotor diameter: 21.25 m
Tail Rotor diameter: 3.91 m
Weights:
Weight empty:16,720 lb
Max Payload: 9,820 lb
Max Takeoff : 31,090 lb
Performance:
Cruising speed: 129 knots.
Max Speed: 142 knots
Max Range (with max internal fuel at max T-O weight, 5% reserves): 289 nautical Miles
Max Ferry Range with two auxiliary tanks: 545 n miles
Service Ceiling: 18,350ft
Versions:
Mi-17UE-A Military Transport Version (details above)
-Remanufacture and purchase from our Surplus: 5.6 million
-Upgrade from previous Mi-17 versions: 2.2 million
M-17UE-B Medical Evacuation Version
Configured for four triple-layer stretcher kits (12 stretchers). Rear ramp provides easy loading of stretcher patients. The helicopter is supplied with a table and seat for a medical orderly, with special detachable medical equipment installed, including oxygen equipment. A tremendous advantage of the Mi-17 in the Medevac role is the width and height (2.34m x 1.80m) of its cabin, which allows medical personnel sufficient space to readily administer medical treatment to patients.
-Remanufacture and purchase from our Surplus: 5.95 million
-Upgrade from previous Mi-17 versions: 2.55 million
Options
-The Mi-17UE can be upgraded with a full protection suite of missile approach warners, Electronic counter measures and chaff/flare dispensers for an additional 0.55 million
-The Mi-17UE can be upgraded with an Emergency Flotation System to ensure flight safety over the sea, with inflation of the balloons in less than 5 seconds enabling a minimum 30 minutes floating time. 0.05 million.
Mi-26UE ( http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/Mi-26UE.bmp)
The Federal Dynamics Consortium has developed the following upgrade package for the Mil Mi-26 Ultra-Heavylift Helicopter.
The rugged modular structure incorporates crashworthy and damage-tolerant features, including an all new eight-bladed main rotor, five-blade teetering tail rotor and main lift frame, which includes multiple primary and secondary load paths. The fuselage is mainly of a new lightweight aluminum-lithium construction. The aerodynamic rotor blades are constructed from carbon/glass with nomex honeycomb and rohacell foam offering considerable performance increases over previous Mi-26 versions. Active vibration control of the structural response uses a vibration-canceling technique. The hydraulic flight control system has been replaced by a triple redundant fly-by-wire system.
The helicopter operates in temperatures ranging from -20 to +50 degrees C. An ice protection system allows operation in known icing conditions. An engine inlet particle separator system provides protection in sandy environments. High flotation tyres and efficient landing gear permit operation from soft or rough terrain. Non-retractable tricycle type; twin wheels on each unit and fully steerable nose wheels. Retractable tailskid at end of tailboom to permit unrestricted approach to rear cargo doors. Length of main legs adjusted hydraulically to facilitate loading through rear doors and to permit landing on varying surfaces.
The cockpit is equipped with armoured crew seats able to withstand an impact velocity of 35ft per second. Unlike the previous four man cockpit of the M-26, the Mi-26UE has a fully modernised ( http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/Mi-26UEPanel.bmp) two pilot cockpit. The electronic instrument system includes five high-definition, full-colour displays, together with a digital map mission display and flight control computers. In the main cabin directly behind the cockpit, there is a loadmaster's/crew chief's console which displays information on the helicopter's current weights and loadings.
Typical loads for the main cabin include two airborne infantry combat vehicles and a standard 44,000 lb container; about 20 tip-up seats along each sidewall of hold; maximum military seating for 80 combat-equipped troops; alternative provisions for 60 stretcher patients and five to six medical attendants. There are two sets of downward-hinged doors, with integral airstairs, at front of hold on port side, and each side of hold aft of main landing gear units. Hold loaded via downward-hinged lower door, with integral folding ramp, and two clamshell upper doors forming rear wall of hold when closed; doors opened and closed with hydraulically, with back-up hand pump for emergency use. Two electric hoists on overhead rails, each with capacity of 5,500 lb, enable loads to be transported along cabin; winch for hauling loads, capacity 2,100 lb; roller conveyors in floor and load lashing points throughout hold. To facilitate under-slung loads there is a hatch for load sling in bottom of fuselage, in line with main rotor shaft; sling cable attached to internal winching gear. There is also a system of Closed-circuit TV cameras to observe slung payloads.
The Mi-26UE is also the first variant of the Mi-26 that is designed to be armed and because of the removal of the engineer and navigator positions in the cockpit, this allows for a pair of pintle-mounted machineguns behind the pilots' position and this increases survivability. If the helicopter is being used for combat support the front or rear pair of downward hinging doors can be removed for two further machinegun positions.
Specifications
Powerplants: 2x EPE-23B turboshafts producing 14,350 shp driving an eight bladed main rotor and five bladed tail rotor.
Dimensions:
Length (rotors turning): 40.025 m
Width (overall): 6.15 m
Main Rotor diameter: 32.00 m
Tail Rotor diameter: 7.61 m
Weights:
Weight empty: 64,170 lb
Max payload, internal or external: 49,090 lb
Max Takeoff: 128,450 lb
Performance:
Cruising speed: 138 knots.
Max Speed: 159 knots
Max Range (with max internal fuel at max T-O weight, 5% reserves): 380 nautical Miles
Max Ferry Range with four auxiliary tanks: 1,036 n miles
Service Ceiling: 20,230ft
Versions:
Mi-26UE-A Civil/Military Transport Version (details above)
-New Build: 16.5 million
-Upgrade from previous Mi-26 versions: 9.2 million
M-26UE-B Mobile Field Hospital Version
Configured with intensive care section for four casualties and two medics, surgical section for one casualty and three medics, pre-operating section for two casualties and two medics, ambulance section for five stretcher patients, three seated casualties and two attendants; laboratory; and amenities section with lavatory, washing facilities, food storage and blood storage unit.
-New Build: 18.0
-Upgrade from previous Mi-26 versions: 10.2 million
Options-
The Mi-26UE-A can be upgraded with a full protection suite of missile approach warners, Electronic counter measures and chaff/flare dispensers for an additional 0.85 million
-The Mi-26UE-A can be upgraded with lightweight armour plating in cockpit and cabin areas to reduce vulnerability to small arms fire for an additional 0.35 million.
-With a tanker conversion kit the Mi-26UE-A can be easily converted to a tanker and back again depending on the mission. Configured with the tanker conversion kit, there is capacity for 14,040 litres (3,710 US gallons of aviation fuel or diesel fuel and 1,040 litres (275 US gallons) of lubricants (in 52 jerry cans), dispensed through four 198 ft hoses for aircraft, or 66 ft hoses for ground vehicles. Conversion to/from tanker configuration takes 1 hour 25 minutes for each operation. The tanker conversion kit can be purchased for 0.9 million
EA-22 (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/EA-22A1.bmp)
The Elias Aerospace Corporation sets the new standard in the military medium twin helicopter market, redefining the concept of flexibility and versatility with unmatched performance and operational capabilities. From combat support, transport of men and material, medical evacuation, fire support or SAR the EA-22 provides the flexibility requested to a modern Battlefield Support Helicopter, and executes all required missions with unequalled cost-effectiveness.
The EA-22 military inherent design features include low radar/IR signatures, low acoustic emission, agility, ballistic tolerance and crashworthiness. All this at competitive acquisition and operating costs. The impressive list of possible cabin/mission capabilities is complemented by an equally impressive list of design and avionics features.
A new state-of-the-art five-bladed main rotor and a four-bladed tail rotor grant smooth riding together with high speed and low noise signature. Easy ground handling and taxiing as well as operation from unprepared terrain is made possible by the heavy-duty nose-wheel high energy absorbing, semi-retractable landing gear for higher speed.
The helicopter operates in temperatures ranging from -20 to +50 degrees C. An ice protection system allows operation in known icing conditions. An engine inlet particle separator system provides protection in sandy environments.
The cockpit is equipped with armoured crew seats able to withstand an impact velocity of 35ft per second. Dual flight controls are provided for the pilot and copilot, but the helicopter is capable of being flown by a single pilot. The electronic instrument system includes high-definition, full-colour displays, together with a digital map mission display. All models have a forward looking Infrared system display and thermal imagers.
A cargo hook allows external loads to be carried. The maximum external payload is 2,750kg
All helicopter versions can be upgraded with the Mk17 full protection suite of Electronic counter measures, chaff/flare dispensers and armor plating in cockpit and passenger compartment. $200,000 (standard on some versions)
Specifications applicable to all versions:
Powerplants: 2 EPE-11M2 turboshafts producing 1820 shp each.
Performance:
Cruising speed: 158 knots.
Max Speed: 164 knots
Max Range: 590 nautical Miles (can be increased by 370nm with external tanks.)
Service Ceiling: 22,000ft
Dimensions:
Overall Length (rotors turning):
15.60m
Fuselage length:
13.5m
Diameter Main Rotor:
13.50m
Dimension Tail Rotor:
1.42m
Versions:
-EA-22A Standard Utility Version. 8.2 million .
Crew: 1 or 2 Pilots, Capacity: 10, Armament: None
-EA-22B VIP Transport Version. 8.8 million
Crew: 1 or 2 Pilots, Capacity: 6 in Executive Comfort, Armament: None
-EA-22C Military Utility Version/Troop Transport.8.6 million.
Crew: 1 or 2 Pilots + 1 or 2 gunners, Capacity: 15, Armament: 2x 7.62mm door mounted miniguns, Features: Armor plated cockpit.
-EA-22D (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/EA-22D2.jpg) Direction Action Penetrator/Gunship Version 9.2 million
Crew: 1 or 2 Pilots + , Capacity: 12, , Armament: two/four hardpoints for either gun pods, free flight rocket pods or sets of four air to ground or air to air missiles. Typical weapons configuration is dual 30mm chain guns, dual trainable 7.62mm miniguns and two 70mm rocket pods. Features: Armour plated cockpit and passenger compartment, advanced electronics and sensors, full countermeasures suite.
-EA-22E Law Enforcement. 8.55 million
Crew: 1 or 2 Pilots, +1 or 2 observers Capacity: 8 Features: Thermal Imaging Camera, Spotlight and loud haler
-EA-22F Search and Rescue Version 8.52 million
Crew: 1 or 2 Pilots + 1 or 2 rescue swimmers/winch operators, Capacity: 8 Features: Spotlight, rescue winch, range increased by 200nm
-EA-22G Special Forces Insertion Helicopter. 9.7 million
Crew: 1 or 2 Pilots + 1 or 2 gunners, Capacity 14, Armament 2x 7.62mm door mounted miniguns, sound dampening, night operation sensors and IR protective coating.
-EA-22H Light Naval helicopter. 12.5 million
Crew: 1 or 2 Pilots + 1 or 2 systems operators, Capacity: 9, Armament: 2 Torpedoes/Light anti-ship missiles, Features: Dipping Sonar, rescue winch, sonar buoy dispenser, personnel locating system
-EA-22P Command and Control helicopter. 12.2 million
Crew: 1 or 2 Pilots + between 3 and 5 systems operators/commanders, Features: full countermeasures suite including chaff/flare dispensers, armor plating, console of common networked computers, combat net radios and UHF radios. HF radios, and a large digital map display on a flat panel screen. This system is used by commanders as a highly mobile C2 platform. Provides real-time situational awareness and mission planning capability.
-EA-22Q Electronic Warfare Helicopter. 12.7 million
Crew: 1 or 2 Pilots + between 3 and 5 systems operators/commanders, Features: full countermeasures suite including chaff/flare dispensers, armor plating, Satellite communications (SATCOM), EW suite including Intercept (1.5-150 Mhz), Direction Finder (20-76 Mhz) and Jammer systems(20-80 Mhz) providing Standoff Jamming at up to 35nm from target system.
EA-24 (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/EA-24J4.bmp)
The EA-24 is the workhorse of the Elias military and is a larger counterpart to the EA-22, which it shares a high degree of commonality with.
The rugged modular structure incorporates crashworthy and damage-tolerant features, including a five-blade main rotor, four-blade teetering tail rotor and main lift frame, which includes multiple primary and secondary load paths. The fuselage is mainly of aluminium-lithium construction. The aerodynamic rotor blades are constructed from carbon/glass with nomex honeycomb and rohacell foam. Active vibration control of the structural response uses a vibration-cancelling technique.
The helicopter operates in temperatures ranging from -20 to +50 degrees C. An ice protection system allows operation in known icing conditions. An engine inlet particle separator system provides protection in sandy environments. High flotation tyres and efficient landing gear permit operation from soft or rough terrain.
The cockpit is equipped with armoured crew seats able to withstand an impact velocity of 35ft per second. Dual flight controls are provided for the pilot and copilot, but the helicopter is capable of being flown by a single pilot. The electronic instrument system includes six high-definition, full-colour displays, together with a digital map mission display. All military models have a forward looking Infrared system display and thermal imagers.
The cabin has room for a medical team and 16 stretchers or for palleted internal loads. The maximum ramp load is 3,050kg for vehicles such as Land Rovers. The heavy-duty cabin floor and ramp are equipped with flush tie-down points, a roller conveyer for palleted freight and a cargo winch for non self-loading freight. An underslung load hook is capable of carrying external loads up to 12,000lb, and the load measurement is displayed in the cockpit. A rescue hoist and a hover trim controller are fitted at the cargo door.
All military versions can be equipped with an air to air refuelling probe for an additional $100,000.
All helicopter versions can be upgraded with a full protection suite of Electronic counter measures, chaff/flare dispensers and armor plating in cockpit and passenger compartment. $300,000 (standard on some versions)
Specifications (applicable to all versions):
Powerplants: 3x EPE-12 turboshafts producing 2318 shp driving a five bladed main rotor and four bladed tail rotor.
Dimensions:
Length (rotors turning): 22.80m
Width (main rotor stowed): 4.55m
Main Rotor diameter: 18.60m
Tail Rotor diamter: 4.00m
Rear loading ramp/door (some versions only): height 1.8m x width 2.1m
Performance:
Cruising speed: 155 knots.
Max Speed: 174 knots
Max Range: 780 nautical Miles (can be increased by 380nm with external tanks.)
Versions:
-EA-24A Civilian Utility Version, 13.5 million .
Crew: 2 Pilots, Capacity: 28, Armament: None
-EA-24B (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/EA-24B1.bmp) VIP/Executive transport version. 17.2 million
Crew: 2 pilots, Capacity: 9 in executive comfort + 6 in standard seating, Armament: none
-EA-24C Military utility Version/troop transport. 15.5 million
Crew: 2 Pilots + 1 or 2 gunners. Capacity: 30 fully equipped troops Armament: Armament 2x 7.62mm door mounted miniguns. Features: rear loading ramp, Armor plated cockpit, missile approach warners, laser detection warning system.
-EA-24F Search and Rescue Version 14 .6 million
Crew: 2 Pilots + 1 to 4 rescue swimmers/winch operators, Capacity: 18 Features: Spotlight, distress beacon detection radar, increased ferry range to 1,200 miles.
-EA-24G (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/EA-24G.jpg) Special Forces/Marine Assault Helicopter. 18.8 million
Crew: 2 Pilots + 1 or 2 gunners, Capacity 28, Armament 2x 7.62mm door mounted miniguns, 12.7mm machinegun on ramp. Features: full countermeasures suite including chaff/flare dispensers, armor plating, sound dampening, night operation sensors, rescue winch, rear loading ramp, and IR/RAM protective coating. This model can also be equipped with unguided rocket pods/up to four anti-tank missiles on stub wings.
-EA-24H (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/EA-24H.bmp) Naval Helicopter. 24 Million
Crew: 2 pilots + 2 Systems operators, Capacity: 18, Armament 4x Torpedoes/ light anti-ship missiles (such as Penguin, Sea Skua), Features: Full countermeasures suite including chaff/flare dispensers, night operations and all weather sensors, dipping sonar, surface search radar (range: 60-80km), sonarbuoy dispensers, dipping sonar and IR protective coating. For secondary overland missions the radar can be removed and 7.62mm MGs can be fitted to the doors.
-EA-24J (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/EA-24J3.bmp) Combat Search and Rescue Helicopter. 19.7 million[/b]
Crew: 2 Pilots + 1 or 2 gunners, Capacity 26, Armament 2x 7.62mm door mounted miniguns, 12.7mm machinegun on ramp. Features: full countermeasures suite including chaff/flare dispensers, armor plating, sound dampening, night operation sensors, standard air to air refuelling probe, Terrain following/ distress beacon detection radar, increased ferry range to 1,200 miles, 8 stretcher positions, rear loading ramp, and IR/RAM protective coating, improved environmental control system, Cardiac monitoring systems, Oxygen generation, distribution and suction systems, integrated patient monitoring system. This model can also be equipped with unguided rocket pods/up to four anti-tank/anti-air missiles on stub wings.
-EA-24K Medevac Helicopter 15.8 million [/b]
Crew: 2 Pilots . Capacity: 16 Stretcher Patients + 4 Medical Attendants , Armament: None, Features: rear loading ramp, Armor plated cockpit, missile approach warners, laser detection warning system, improved environmental control system, Cardiac monitoring systems, Oxygen generation, distribution and suction systems, Airway management capability, integrated patient monitoring system.
-EA-24L Mine Countermeasures Helicopter Helicopter 24.8 million
Crew: 2 pilots + mission crew (normally 5-6), Armament: pintle mounted .50 Machine guns for ordnace disposal. Features: rear loading ramp, Armor plated cockpit, missile approach warners, laser detection warning system, Airborne Mine Countermeasures Navigation system, mission consoles, reeling machine, tow boom/cable, davit/cradle, and mine detection/clearnace equipment detailed below.
Note: The standard mine countermeasures systems are easily removable and for instance when the helicopter is not needed for these duties it can also perform logistics tasks.
The following systems are supplied with the helicopter:
The EFMS-461 Sonar Detecting Set is a high-resolution sonar that provides the Elias Navy with the operational capability to hunt mines from helicopters and surface craft. The system was initiated to develop a high-speed reconnaissance and mine hunting sonar capable of searching large volumes of the sea for mine-like objects with a high probability of detection and classification and low probability of false alarms. This information is used for mine avoidance and neutralization.
The EFMS-650 Airborne Laser Mine Detection System is an airborne electro-optical system that is capable of rapid detection, classification, and localization of floating and moored mines located in relatively shallow water. With input from GPS, accurate navigation data is provided to determine target location. Operation of the systems consists of firing a pulsed laser into the water and imaging any objects within the illuminated sector using a gated camera system.
The EFMS-120/121 Mine Clearing Set, Moored Mines system consists of sweepwires which deploy Mk-17 Mod 1 cutters to sever mine moorings; electro-mechanical depressors which "fly" submerged in the water to maintain predetermined sweep depth; electro-mechanical otters, which function like depressors, but also separate the port and starboard sweepwire sections in order to maintain the proper sweep width; and one or more sections of Kevlar tow wire, depending on the desired sweep depth.
Note: Miniguns are mentioned as the standard weapon on combat versions but these can be replaced with 7.62mm/.50 cal Machine guns or any other pintle mounted gun of similar size and weight.
EA-28 (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/EA-281.bmp)
The Most notable feature of the design is the NOTAR anti-torque system (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/EA-282.bmp) which eliminates the need for a tail rotor improving survivability and making ground operations safer for both the aircraft and people on the ground. The modular structure incorporates other crashworthy and damage-tolerant features, including a five-bladed, bearing less main rotor. The fuselage is mainly of aluminium-lithium construction. The aerodynamic rotor blades are constructed from carbon/glass with nomex honeycomb and rohacell foam. Active vibration control of the structural response uses a vibration-cancelling technique.
The helicopter operates in temperatures ranging from -20 to +50 degrees C. An ice protection system allows operation in icing conditions. An engine inlet particle separator system provides protection in sandy environments. Durable, light weight skids made of composite materials permit operation from soft or rough terrain. The unique design of the helicopter allows it to land in small clearings and other confined areas where most other helicopters would not be able to.
The cockpit is equipped with armoured crew seats able to withstand an impact velocity of 35ft per second. Dual flight controls are provided for the pilot and co-pilot, but the helicopter is capable of and is designed to be flown by a single pilot. The electronic instrument system includes four high-definition full-colour displays, together with a digital mission map (military versions only), the controls feature 70% commonality with the much larger EA-24 helicopter to simplify the amount of training needed to change type. Every version except the EA-28A is equipped with a FLIR mounting and is cleared for full night time operation.
Every Version can accommodate an under slung external load of up to 3,500lb
All military Versions can be fitted with steel benches above the weapon hardpoints for a maximum of four persons on each side.
All helicopter versions can be upgraded with a full protection suite of Electronic counter measures, chaff/flare dispensers. $120,000 (standard on some versions)
Specifications applicable to all versions:
Powerplants: 2 EPE-16B turboshafts producing 745 shp each.
Performance:
Cruising speed: 145 knots.
Max Speed: 160 knots
Max Range: 395 nautical Miles (approx. endurance 3 h 36 min)
Versions:
-EA-28A Standard Utility, 4.8 million
Crew: 1/2 Pilot(s), Capacity: 6, Armament: None
This version is designed for civilian use in a variety of utility roles.
-EA-28C Military Utility/ Combat Scout Version. 5.75 million
Crew: 1 Pilots + 1 Pilot/Observer. Capacity: 6 Armament: two hardpoints for either gun pods or free flight rocket pods. Features: Armour plated cockpit and passenger compartment.
This Version is the basic military version and is equipped with armour and hardpoints for armament. It can accommodate a maximum of six troops in a somewhat cramped passenger compartment. Alternatively in a medevac role it can accommodate up to two stretchers and a medical attendant. In a maritime role it can be used for vertical replenishment of ships at sea, coastal patrol or in support of diving operations.
-EA-28E law Enforcement Version 5.2 million
Crew: 1 Pilots + 1 Pilot/Observer. Capacity: 6. Features: Search light thermal imaging TV camera, loudhailer system.
The EA-28E is the perfect chopper for most Police operations, especially in urban areas due to its maneuverability and ability to land in confined spaces, together with long endurance.
-EA-28F Search and Rescue Version 5.5 million
Crew: 1 Pilots + 1 Pilot/Observer. Capacity: 6. Features: Search light thermal imaging TV camera, loudhailer system, rescue winch, medical equipment, emergency flotation bags.
The EA-28F is a useful helicopter for drug interdiction as well search and rescue as it is an 'E' version upgraded with resuce and medical features. It has also been designed for operation over water with emergency flotation bags.
-EA-28G (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/EA-28G2.jpg) Light Attack/Special Forces Helicopter. 6.8 million
Crew: 1 Pilots + 1 Pilot/Observer. Capacity: 6 Armament: two/four hardpoints for either gun pods, free flight rocket pods or sets of four air to ground or air to air missiles. Features: Armour plated cockpit and passenger compartment, advanced electronics and sensors, full countermeasures suite, IR protective coating and sound dampening.
[i]This is an upgraded ‘C’ Version with an emphasis on armour, armament and other protection systems. This version also features a sensor pod mounted just forward of the main rotor, above the cockpit and includes: A 12x Magnification TV Camera, an auto focusing thermal imaging camera and a laser rangefinder/designator with automatic target tracking and bore sighting allowing the helicopter not only to guide anti-tank missiles such as Hellfire but also to designate targets for other aircraft. This version is ideal for leading attack helicopter formations, combat scouting deep into enemy territory or special forces insertion /extraction particularly in urban assault/jungle missions due to its manoeuvrability and ability to land in confined spaces
Medical Conversion Kit (MCK). 140,000
The Medical Conversion Kit is necessary to convert the above versions into a medevac or air ambulance helicopter. It may be used on all versions and the cabin can be converted in under two hours or converted back into its standard from in less than an hour.
EA-32 (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/EA-321.jpg)
The EA-32 Light Attack/Anti-Tank helicopter is a lightweight combat helicopter that was designed to provide support to ground troops, Special Forces and is the Air Force’s armed reconnaissance helicopter. A variant of the EA-32 is used by Navy aviation and the only attack helicopter to be embarked on assault ships, it is ideally suited to this role because of its small size and fantail arrangement.
While the EA-32 lacks the impressive payload of larger attack helicopters it makes up for this in agility, minimum observability and performance. Also the EA-32 is cheaper to purchase than larger equivalents while being 20-30% cheaper to operate and maintain.
The EA-32 only radiates one-half the rotor noise of most helicopters. Noise is reduced by use of a four-bladed rotor, pioneered by the successful EA-28 series of light utility helicopters. The fantail eliminates interaction between main rotor and tail rotor wakes. The advanced rotor design permits operation at low speed, allowing the EA-32 to sneak 40% closer to a target than an AH-64 Apache, without being detected by an acoustical system.
The EA-32 only radiates 25% of the engine heat of current helicopters, a critical survivability design concern in a low-flying tactical scout helicopter. The EA-32 is the first helicopter in which the infrared (IR) suppression system is integrated into the airframe. This innovative design feature provides IR suppressors that are built into the tail-boom, providing ample length for complete and efficient mixing of engine exhaust and cooling air flowing through inlets above the tail. The mixed exhaust is discharged through slots built into an inverted shelf on the sides of the tail-boom. The gases are cooled so thoroughly that a heat-seeking missile cannot find and lock-on to the EA-32.
The EA-32 features a crew compartment sealed for protection against chemical or biological threats, an airframe resilient against ballistic damage, enhanced crash-worthiness, and reduced susceptibility to electromagnetic interference. Extensive all-round armour installed in the cockpit protects the pilot against 12.7mm armour piercing bullets and 23mm projectile fragments. The rotor blades are rated to withstand several hits of ground-based automatic weapons. The EA-32 as with the EA-26 features a Rocket Assisted Ejection System which allows the crew to escape at all altitudes and speeds.
The EA-32 is easily sustained, requires fewer personnel and support equipment, and will provide a decisive battlefield capability in day, night and adverse weather operations. EA-32 has been designed to be exceptionally maintainable and easily transportable. Through its keel-beam construction, numerous access panels, easily accessible line-replaceable units/modules and advanced diagnostics, the EA-32 possesses "designed-in" maintainability. EA-32 aircraft will be able to be rapidly loaded into or unloaded from most transport aircraft.
In the reconnaissance role, the EA-32 is equipped with a new generation of passive sensors and a fully integrated suite of displays and communications. The helicopter can be equipped with the Longbow fire control radar and the Helmet Integrated Display and Sight System (HIDSS). The fully integrated avionics system will allow tactical data to be overlaid onto a digital map, allowing the crew to devote more time for target detection and classification. A triple-redundant fly-by-wire system can automatically hold the helicopter in hover or in almost any other maneuver, reducing workload, allowing the pilot to concentrate on navigation and threat avoidance. A hand-on grip permits one-handed operation.
The EA-32 has two stub wings on either side if the fuselage each with two under wing hardpoints and a wingtip hardpoint for short range AAMs. The inner wing harpoon can each accommodate either 4 Hellfire/TOW/similar ATGMs, or two free flight rocket pods. The outer hardpoint can each accommodate either 2 Hellfire/TOW/similar ATGMs, or a single free flight rocket pod. The wingtip hardpoints can each mount a single IR anti-air missile such as Igla/Stinger/Strela or similar type. If the mission requires it a three barreled 20mm cannon turret (same as fitted on RAH-66) can be mounted undernose although it increases RCS. Up to 480 rounds can be carried. Attaching the turret can be completed in theatre and takes approximately 90 minutes.
Specifications
Powerplants: 2 EPE-11M3/4K turboshafts producing 2250 shp each.
Performance:
Cruising speed: 158 knots.
Max Speed: 172 knots
Max Range: 480 nautical Miles (can be increased by 300nm with external tanks on inner weapons hardpoints.)
Service Ceiling: 22,000ft
Dimensions:
Fuselage length:
12.4m
Diameter Main Rotor:
11.50m
Height: 3.8m
Avionics/Sensors: Millimetric Radar, Low-light level TV or thermal sighting, a laser range-finder (16 km), FLIR, air data sensor, and digital data-link which interface with a fire control com-puter, an autopilot, a helmet sighting system and HUD for target location, acquisition, designation, and firing. Night/Poor Weather capable.
Survivability/Countermeasures:
- Main rotors and engines electrically deiced.
- Infrared signature suppressors can be mounted on engine exhausts.
- Radar warning receivers, IFF, chaff and flares.
- Armored cockpit and self-sealing fuel tanks.
- Pilot ejection system.
Versions
EA-32A Attack helicopter: 14 million each
EA-32B Marine Attack Helicopter (includes Naval Conversion Package: salt corrosion protectors, emergency inflatable flotation pods, carrier operations equipment etc) : 14.5 million
Options
-Air to Air Refueling Probe: $200,000
[B]EA-34 (http://img12.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/EA-342.jpg)
The EA-34 Helicopter is the final answer to a long standing Elias Air Force and Marine requirement for an advanced, stealthy and reliable combat helicopter, with similar, or enhanced capabilities to contemporaries such as the Mi-28, AH-64D and Tiger.
The airframe is crashworthy and ballistically tolerant to up to 25mm gunfire. The fuselage is mainly of aluminium-lithium construction. The aerodynamic rotor blades are constructed from carbon/glass with nomex honeycomb and rohacell foam. Active vibration control of the structural response uses a vibration-cancelling technique. The radar cross section has been minimised, primarily by the precisely shaped fuselage and weapons configuration. The helicopter has a composite four-bladed bearingless main rotor and an enclosed composite fantail tailrotor for increased anti-torque capability. The rear rotor is able to withstand impact by 12.7mm rounds, and provides a 180 degree turn in 4.7 seconds in hover mode and an 80-knot snap-turn-to-target in 4.8 seconds.
The helicopter operates in temperatures ranging from -20 to +50 degrees C. An ice protection system allows operation in known icing conditions. An engine inlet particle separator system provides protection in sandy environments. High flotation tyres and efficient landing gear permit operation from soft or rough terrain.
Cockpit
The EA-34 has two identicalcockpits for the pilot and the co-pilot, which are sealed and have a positive pressure air system for protection against chemical and biological warfare. Unlike other attack helicopter designs, the EA-34 has two fully qualified pilots who can either act as gunner or pilot, this decreases workload and improves safety becasue of rendundancy in workloads. The fly-by-light flight control system is quadruple redundant. The cockpit is fitted with an integrated pilot's night vision system and the pilots have a wide field of view with an Electronic Helmet Integrated Display Sighting System (HIDSS). HIDSS employs active matrix liquid crystal display technology and the direction of the 30mm gun turns in the direction of where the designated gunner is aiming his head. Targets can be designated and the weapons fired from collective and sidestick control push buttons or voice controls. Each integrated cockpit has flat screen liquid crystal displays, a colour display for teh fully digital moving map system, tactical situation and night operation displays.
The EA-34s has an integrated Communications, Navigation and Identification (CNI) suite. The CNI suite features secure multi-wave, multiband multimode wireless communications, satellite communications and Enhanced Position Locating Reporting System via the tactical internet.
Sensors
The EA-34 can be equipped with the Elias Radar Systems ERS-118-23 millimetre-wave radar. The radar dome is elctronically 'unmasked' for a single radar scan and then 'remasked'. The processors determine the location, speed and direction of travel of a maximum of 256 targets.
The Millimeter Wave sensor is an option on the EA-34 with the antenna and transmitter located above the aircraft main rotor head. It enhances system capabilities by providing rapid automatic detection, classification, and prioritization of multiple ground and air targets. The radar provides this capability in adverse weather and under battlefield obscurants. The FCR has four modes: (1) the Air Targeting Mode (ATM) which detects, classifies, and prioritizes fixed and rotary wing threats; (2) the Ground Targeting Mode (GTM) which detects, classifies, and prioritizes ground and air targets; (3) the Terrain Profiling Mode (TPM) which provides obstacle detection and adverse weather pilotage aids to the crew; (4) and the Built in Test (BIT) Mode which monitors radar performance in flight and isolates electronic failures before and during maintenance.
The advanced fire control radar incorporates an integrated radar frequency interferometer for passive location and identification of radar-emitting threats. An advantage of millimetre wave is that it performs under poor-visibility conditions and is less sensitive to ground clutter. The short wavelength allows a very narrow beamwidth, which is resistant to countermeasures.
The standard EA-34 without the millimetric radar system is still impressivley equipped with Low-light level TV, thermal sighting, a laser range-finder (16 km), FLIR, air data sensor, and digital data-link which interface with a fire control com-puter, an autopilot, a helmet sighting system and HUD for target location, acquisition, designation, and firing. Night/Poor Weather capable. The Target Acquisition Designation Sight, (TADS) and the Pilot Night Vision Sensor provides direct-view optics, television and three-fields-of-view forward-looking infrared (FLIR) to carry out search, detection and recognition, and laser rangefinder/designator. PNVS consists of a FLIR in a rotating turret located on the nose above the TADS. The image from the is displayed in the monocular eyepiece of the Integrated Helmet And Display Sighting System, worn by the pilot and copilot/gunner.
Countermeasures
The EA-34 is the first helicopter to incorporate the next generation countermeasures system known as 'Full Guard'. The system incorporates a huge range of components that provide a full and integrated solution to any type of threat.
IR PROTECTION SYSTEMS
'Full Guard' includes: a new development set of IR flare decoys the Advanced Infrared Countermeasures Munitions (AIRCMM), and passive IR features. These features include host platform modifications such as engine exhaust/heat suppression, and special coatings, intended to reduce the platform IR signature. The ATIRCM is part of the integrated concept of IR protection. The CMWS consists of six electro-optical sensors and an internally mounted Electronics Control Unit (ECU), which detects incoming missiles, provides warning to the crew, and dispenses countermeasures. CMWS is a totally passive detection system, requiring only the electro-optic (EO) signature of the missile plume. The ECU determines the threat status of detection’s using flight parameter data received from the aircraft Central Computer (CC). The ECU provides missile threat declaration, Direction-Of-Arrival (DOA) and elevation information to the CC which generates the crewstation display and warning tone. The CMWS allows for automatic or manual Countermeasures Dispenser (CMD) operation.
The IR system contributes to full-dimensional protection by improving individual aircraft probability of survival against an increasingly sophisticated range of advanced infrared (IR) guided missiles. It is a software reprogrammable system intended to provide automatic passive missile detection, threat declaration, positive warning of a post launch missile which is homing on the host platform, countermeasures effectiveness assessment, false alarm suppression, and cues to other onboard systems such as expendable countermeasures dispensers.
As part of this system another component that consists of two subsystems: infrared missile warning system and a directed infrared countermeasure system intended to be operationally deployed on tactical aircraft. The system will defend the host aircraft from infrared-guided attacking missiles by detecting the approaching threat and disabling it through the use of directed laser energy. The system should provide full coverage about the host aircraft and survive extreme thermal, vibration, and other environmental conditions experienced by tactical aircraft. In conjunction with flares, this system ensures nearly complete defence from IR guided missiles.
RF PROTECTION SYSTEMS
The other part of the 'Full Guard' protection system is the Suite of Integrated Radio Frequency Countermeasures (SIRFC) which is an integrated electronic combat system which provides RF threat awareness and active self-protection jamming capabilities for aircraft against RF air defense systems actively engaging the aircraft. The SIRFC provides defensive, offensive, active and passive countermeasures (ECM) to ensure optimum protection against Active, Pulse, Mono-Pulse Radar, and Continuous Wave radars. SIRFC consists of the Advanced Threat Radar Warning Receiver (ATRWR) and the Advanced Threat Radar Jammer.
The SIRFC core consists of an Advanced Threat Radar Warning Receiver (ATRWR) and the Advanced Threat Radar Jammer (ATRJ). The core Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) design is comprised of four components. The Receiver/Processor containing the receiving, processing, and electronic countermeasures (ECM) generation functions of the ATRJ. The Remote Transmitter provide the self-protection transmitting capability of the ATRJ. The Advanced Countermeasures Module (ACM) provides advanced ECM techniques against a particular class of weapons. Finally, the Antenna Group which contains the receiver antenna for reception of microwave and millimeter wave signals and transmit antenna for transmission of microwave ECM signals.
The system is capable of operating in either an automatic or manual (command) mode. It provides warning (situational awareness), active jamming (self protection), and when necessary expendable countermeasures to defeat threat radar guided weapon systems. Radar guided air defense artillery threat systems include surface to air missiles (SAMs) and anti-aircraft artillery (AAA).
Weapons
The EA-34 has two stub wings on either side if the fuselage each with two under wing hardpoints and a wingtip hardpints. The wing hardpoints can each accommodate either 4 Hellfire/TOW/similar ATGMs, or two free flight rocket pods. The wingtip hardpints can each accomodate either a pair of AAMs or a single Hellfire/TOW/similar ATGM.
The EA-34 is equipped with a turreted gun system for anti-personel and anti-armour missions. The externally powered, three-barrel, 30mm Gatling gun is capable of firing 750 or 1,500 rounds per minute. The gun is mounted on a, low observable, composite turret, under the nose of the helicopter. The 1500-round ammunition supply system can be reloaded in less than fifteen minutes by two crew members.
Specifications
Powerplants: 2x EPE-12M2 turboshafts producing 2340 shp driving a fourbladed main rotor and fantail enclosed tail rotor.
Dimensions:
Length (rotors turning): 15.80
Width (main rotor stowed): 4.55m
Main Rotor diameter: 13.40m
Tail Rotor diameter: 1.47m
Performance:
Cruising speed: 158 knots.
Max Speed: 176 knots
Max Range: 420 nautical Miles for B version, 525 for C version (can be increased by 200nm with external tanks fof erry flights)
Versions:
EA-34A: Technology Demonstrator Only
-NOT FOR SALE
EA-34B: Standard Air Force Version, described above.
-21.50 million each.
EA-34C (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/EA-34B2.jpg) Navy/Marine Version, as described above except with salt corrosion protectors, emergency inflatable flotation pods, carrier operations equipment and conformal fuel tanks (increases range by 105nm)
-22.75 million each
Options
Millimetric Tracking/Fire Control Radar Package (see details above)
-1.8 million
Air to Air Refueling Probe
-$200,000
OOC: This is the beginings of my edited, modern world list of all the defence products we produce, and have produced, to allow MW countries to firstly take Elias products into account when equipping their militaries and provide more information about the equipment used by the Elias Armed Forces (though there will be a seperate thread dedicated to my military). This is not a full list, but a work in progress, which may take some time as I have to combine hundreds of old threads into one, editing text and where necessary changing pictures. MW nations are invited to discuss purchasing, which can also be agreed retrospectively (i.e you can agree to buying something in the past, which you are still using in your present military or whatever.)
For the sake of 56k users, all images are linked through rather than posted here. Anything underlined is a hyperlink to an image.
HELICOPTERS
Mi-8/17UE ( http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/Mi-17UE.bmp)
The Federal Dynamics Consortium has developed the following upgrade package for the Mil Mi-8/17 utility helicopter
Any details not mentioned below can be considered to be the same as on previous versions.
The Mi-17UE is powered by two newly designed EPE-11M3 turboshafts producing 1920 shp each based on the engines of the modern EA-22. Owing to them Mi-17UE boasts greater service/hovering ceiling, improved “hot and high” performance and load capacity, while operating in mountainous areas and increased ambient air temperatures over the original Mi-17 variants. The helicopter can continue flight with one operating engine developing 2,200 shp. The upgrade also includes a EPE-A99 Auxiliary Power Unit is to start engines when taking off from prepared or unprepared pads located up to 4,000 m above sea level, as well as to check the onboard equipment when the engines are inoperative.
One or two fuel tanks can be fitted into the cargo cabin to increase the helicopter flight range.
The new comprehensive avionics set includes radio and flight navigation equipment used to fly the helicopter day/night in VFR and IFR weather conditions. The Mi-17UE is also the first version of the Mi-17 to feature a high-tech 'glass cockpit' ( http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/Mi-17UEpanel.bmp) and be compatible with night vision equipment. A new nose assembly is designed to accommodate and ERSS-240SR Weather and Terrain avoidance radar.
When equipped with the armament pylons, the Mi-17UE can carry a wide range of guns, guided and unguided missiles, and a variety of bombs up to 500 kg. Machine-guns are situated in flexible mounts in the cockpit and at the rear door. Cabin windows are equipped with eight gun-pivot units to enable troopers to fire from the helicopter during flight. Armour protection from small arms fire is provided for the cockpit, the pilots’ seats, the gunners’ floor, the hydraulic unit. The main gearbox and engine integrated electronic counter measure systems (ECM) comprise flare dispensers, omni-directional infrared jammer and engine exhaust suppressers. In addition to the existing features of the Mi-17, a higher level of safety on the battlefield is also ensured by a new dual hydraulic system and self-sealing fuel tanks.
The Mi-17UE is capable of carrying cargoes in the cabin (including long cargo) with half-open or removed doors and external loads. The Mi-17UE can carry up to 30 troops; it can also be used for in-flight unloading of special cargoes. Interior troop seats are removable for cargo carrying. An internal winch facilitates loading of heavy freight. Floor has tie down rings throughout. The aircraft carries a rescue hoist capable to 150 kg.
Specifications
Powerplants: 2xEPE-11M3 turboshafts producing 1920 shp each
Dimensions:
Length (rotors turning): 25.35 m m
Width: 2.50 m
Main Rotor diameter: 21.25 m
Tail Rotor diameter: 3.91 m
Weights:
Weight empty:16,720 lb
Max Payload: 9,820 lb
Max Takeoff : 31,090 lb
Performance:
Cruising speed: 129 knots.
Max Speed: 142 knots
Max Range (with max internal fuel at max T-O weight, 5% reserves): 289 nautical Miles
Max Ferry Range with two auxiliary tanks: 545 n miles
Service Ceiling: 18,350ft
Versions:
Mi-17UE-A Military Transport Version (details above)
-Remanufacture and purchase from our Surplus: 5.6 million
-Upgrade from previous Mi-17 versions: 2.2 million
M-17UE-B Medical Evacuation Version
Configured for four triple-layer stretcher kits (12 stretchers). Rear ramp provides easy loading of stretcher patients. The helicopter is supplied with a table and seat for a medical orderly, with special detachable medical equipment installed, including oxygen equipment. A tremendous advantage of the Mi-17 in the Medevac role is the width and height (2.34m x 1.80m) of its cabin, which allows medical personnel sufficient space to readily administer medical treatment to patients.
-Remanufacture and purchase from our Surplus: 5.95 million
-Upgrade from previous Mi-17 versions: 2.55 million
Options
-The Mi-17UE can be upgraded with a full protection suite of missile approach warners, Electronic counter measures and chaff/flare dispensers for an additional 0.55 million
-The Mi-17UE can be upgraded with an Emergency Flotation System to ensure flight safety over the sea, with inflation of the balloons in less than 5 seconds enabling a minimum 30 minutes floating time. 0.05 million.
Mi-26UE ( http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/Mi-26UE.bmp)
The Federal Dynamics Consortium has developed the following upgrade package for the Mil Mi-26 Ultra-Heavylift Helicopter.
The rugged modular structure incorporates crashworthy and damage-tolerant features, including an all new eight-bladed main rotor, five-blade teetering tail rotor and main lift frame, which includes multiple primary and secondary load paths. The fuselage is mainly of a new lightweight aluminum-lithium construction. The aerodynamic rotor blades are constructed from carbon/glass with nomex honeycomb and rohacell foam offering considerable performance increases over previous Mi-26 versions. Active vibration control of the structural response uses a vibration-canceling technique. The hydraulic flight control system has been replaced by a triple redundant fly-by-wire system.
The helicopter operates in temperatures ranging from -20 to +50 degrees C. An ice protection system allows operation in known icing conditions. An engine inlet particle separator system provides protection in sandy environments. High flotation tyres and efficient landing gear permit operation from soft or rough terrain. Non-retractable tricycle type; twin wheels on each unit and fully steerable nose wheels. Retractable tailskid at end of tailboom to permit unrestricted approach to rear cargo doors. Length of main legs adjusted hydraulically to facilitate loading through rear doors and to permit landing on varying surfaces.
The cockpit is equipped with armoured crew seats able to withstand an impact velocity of 35ft per second. Unlike the previous four man cockpit of the M-26, the Mi-26UE has a fully modernised ( http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/Mi-26UEPanel.bmp) two pilot cockpit. The electronic instrument system includes five high-definition, full-colour displays, together with a digital map mission display and flight control computers. In the main cabin directly behind the cockpit, there is a loadmaster's/crew chief's console which displays information on the helicopter's current weights and loadings.
Typical loads for the main cabin include two airborne infantry combat vehicles and a standard 44,000 lb container; about 20 tip-up seats along each sidewall of hold; maximum military seating for 80 combat-equipped troops; alternative provisions for 60 stretcher patients and five to six medical attendants. There are two sets of downward-hinged doors, with integral airstairs, at front of hold on port side, and each side of hold aft of main landing gear units. Hold loaded via downward-hinged lower door, with integral folding ramp, and two clamshell upper doors forming rear wall of hold when closed; doors opened and closed with hydraulically, with back-up hand pump for emergency use. Two electric hoists on overhead rails, each with capacity of 5,500 lb, enable loads to be transported along cabin; winch for hauling loads, capacity 2,100 lb; roller conveyors in floor and load lashing points throughout hold. To facilitate under-slung loads there is a hatch for load sling in bottom of fuselage, in line with main rotor shaft; sling cable attached to internal winching gear. There is also a system of Closed-circuit TV cameras to observe slung payloads.
The Mi-26UE is also the first variant of the Mi-26 that is designed to be armed and because of the removal of the engineer and navigator positions in the cockpit, this allows for a pair of pintle-mounted machineguns behind the pilots' position and this increases survivability. If the helicopter is being used for combat support the front or rear pair of downward hinging doors can be removed for two further machinegun positions.
Specifications
Powerplants: 2x EPE-23B turboshafts producing 14,350 shp driving an eight bladed main rotor and five bladed tail rotor.
Dimensions:
Length (rotors turning): 40.025 m
Width (overall): 6.15 m
Main Rotor diameter: 32.00 m
Tail Rotor diameter: 7.61 m
Weights:
Weight empty: 64,170 lb
Max payload, internal or external: 49,090 lb
Max Takeoff: 128,450 lb
Performance:
Cruising speed: 138 knots.
Max Speed: 159 knots
Max Range (with max internal fuel at max T-O weight, 5% reserves): 380 nautical Miles
Max Ferry Range with four auxiliary tanks: 1,036 n miles
Service Ceiling: 20,230ft
Versions:
Mi-26UE-A Civil/Military Transport Version (details above)
-New Build: 16.5 million
-Upgrade from previous Mi-26 versions: 9.2 million
M-26UE-B Mobile Field Hospital Version
Configured with intensive care section for four casualties and two medics, surgical section for one casualty and three medics, pre-operating section for two casualties and two medics, ambulance section for five stretcher patients, three seated casualties and two attendants; laboratory; and amenities section with lavatory, washing facilities, food storage and blood storage unit.
-New Build: 18.0
-Upgrade from previous Mi-26 versions: 10.2 million
Options-
The Mi-26UE-A can be upgraded with a full protection suite of missile approach warners, Electronic counter measures and chaff/flare dispensers for an additional 0.85 million
-The Mi-26UE-A can be upgraded with lightweight armour plating in cockpit and cabin areas to reduce vulnerability to small arms fire for an additional 0.35 million.
-With a tanker conversion kit the Mi-26UE-A can be easily converted to a tanker and back again depending on the mission. Configured with the tanker conversion kit, there is capacity for 14,040 litres (3,710 US gallons of aviation fuel or diesel fuel and 1,040 litres (275 US gallons) of lubricants (in 52 jerry cans), dispensed through four 198 ft hoses for aircraft, or 66 ft hoses for ground vehicles. Conversion to/from tanker configuration takes 1 hour 25 minutes for each operation. The tanker conversion kit can be purchased for 0.9 million
EA-22 (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/EA-22A1.bmp)
The Elias Aerospace Corporation sets the new standard in the military medium twin helicopter market, redefining the concept of flexibility and versatility with unmatched performance and operational capabilities. From combat support, transport of men and material, medical evacuation, fire support or SAR the EA-22 provides the flexibility requested to a modern Battlefield Support Helicopter, and executes all required missions with unequalled cost-effectiveness.
The EA-22 military inherent design features include low radar/IR signatures, low acoustic emission, agility, ballistic tolerance and crashworthiness. All this at competitive acquisition and operating costs. The impressive list of possible cabin/mission capabilities is complemented by an equally impressive list of design and avionics features.
A new state-of-the-art five-bladed main rotor and a four-bladed tail rotor grant smooth riding together with high speed and low noise signature. Easy ground handling and taxiing as well as operation from unprepared terrain is made possible by the heavy-duty nose-wheel high energy absorbing, semi-retractable landing gear for higher speed.
The helicopter operates in temperatures ranging from -20 to +50 degrees C. An ice protection system allows operation in known icing conditions. An engine inlet particle separator system provides protection in sandy environments.
The cockpit is equipped with armoured crew seats able to withstand an impact velocity of 35ft per second. Dual flight controls are provided for the pilot and copilot, but the helicopter is capable of being flown by a single pilot. The electronic instrument system includes high-definition, full-colour displays, together with a digital map mission display. All models have a forward looking Infrared system display and thermal imagers.
A cargo hook allows external loads to be carried. The maximum external payload is 2,750kg
All helicopter versions can be upgraded with the Mk17 full protection suite of Electronic counter measures, chaff/flare dispensers and armor plating in cockpit and passenger compartment. $200,000 (standard on some versions)
Specifications applicable to all versions:
Powerplants: 2 EPE-11M2 turboshafts producing 1820 shp each.
Performance:
Cruising speed: 158 knots.
Max Speed: 164 knots
Max Range: 590 nautical Miles (can be increased by 370nm with external tanks.)
Service Ceiling: 22,000ft
Dimensions:
Overall Length (rotors turning):
15.60m
Fuselage length:
13.5m
Diameter Main Rotor:
13.50m
Dimension Tail Rotor:
1.42m
Versions:
-EA-22A Standard Utility Version. 8.2 million .
Crew: 1 or 2 Pilots, Capacity: 10, Armament: None
-EA-22B VIP Transport Version. 8.8 million
Crew: 1 or 2 Pilots, Capacity: 6 in Executive Comfort, Armament: None
-EA-22C Military Utility Version/Troop Transport.8.6 million.
Crew: 1 or 2 Pilots + 1 or 2 gunners, Capacity: 15, Armament: 2x 7.62mm door mounted miniguns, Features: Armor plated cockpit.
-EA-22D (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/EA-22D2.jpg) Direction Action Penetrator/Gunship Version 9.2 million
Crew: 1 or 2 Pilots + , Capacity: 12, , Armament: two/four hardpoints for either gun pods, free flight rocket pods or sets of four air to ground or air to air missiles. Typical weapons configuration is dual 30mm chain guns, dual trainable 7.62mm miniguns and two 70mm rocket pods. Features: Armour plated cockpit and passenger compartment, advanced electronics and sensors, full countermeasures suite.
-EA-22E Law Enforcement. 8.55 million
Crew: 1 or 2 Pilots, +1 or 2 observers Capacity: 8 Features: Thermal Imaging Camera, Spotlight and loud haler
-EA-22F Search and Rescue Version 8.52 million
Crew: 1 or 2 Pilots + 1 or 2 rescue swimmers/winch operators, Capacity: 8 Features: Spotlight, rescue winch, range increased by 200nm
-EA-22G Special Forces Insertion Helicopter. 9.7 million
Crew: 1 or 2 Pilots + 1 or 2 gunners, Capacity 14, Armament 2x 7.62mm door mounted miniguns, sound dampening, night operation sensors and IR protective coating.
-EA-22H Light Naval helicopter. 12.5 million
Crew: 1 or 2 Pilots + 1 or 2 systems operators, Capacity: 9, Armament: 2 Torpedoes/Light anti-ship missiles, Features: Dipping Sonar, rescue winch, sonar buoy dispenser, personnel locating system
-EA-22P Command and Control helicopter. 12.2 million
Crew: 1 or 2 Pilots + between 3 and 5 systems operators/commanders, Features: full countermeasures suite including chaff/flare dispensers, armor plating, console of common networked computers, combat net radios and UHF radios. HF radios, and a large digital map display on a flat panel screen. This system is used by commanders as a highly mobile C2 platform. Provides real-time situational awareness and mission planning capability.
-EA-22Q Electronic Warfare Helicopter. 12.7 million
Crew: 1 or 2 Pilots + between 3 and 5 systems operators/commanders, Features: full countermeasures suite including chaff/flare dispensers, armor plating, Satellite communications (SATCOM), EW suite including Intercept (1.5-150 Mhz), Direction Finder (20-76 Mhz) and Jammer systems(20-80 Mhz) providing Standoff Jamming at up to 35nm from target system.
EA-24 (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/EA-24J4.bmp)
The EA-24 is the workhorse of the Elias military and is a larger counterpart to the EA-22, which it shares a high degree of commonality with.
The rugged modular structure incorporates crashworthy and damage-tolerant features, including a five-blade main rotor, four-blade teetering tail rotor and main lift frame, which includes multiple primary and secondary load paths. The fuselage is mainly of aluminium-lithium construction. The aerodynamic rotor blades are constructed from carbon/glass with nomex honeycomb and rohacell foam. Active vibration control of the structural response uses a vibration-cancelling technique.
The helicopter operates in temperatures ranging from -20 to +50 degrees C. An ice protection system allows operation in known icing conditions. An engine inlet particle separator system provides protection in sandy environments. High flotation tyres and efficient landing gear permit operation from soft or rough terrain.
The cockpit is equipped with armoured crew seats able to withstand an impact velocity of 35ft per second. Dual flight controls are provided for the pilot and copilot, but the helicopter is capable of being flown by a single pilot. The electronic instrument system includes six high-definition, full-colour displays, together with a digital map mission display. All military models have a forward looking Infrared system display and thermal imagers.
The cabin has room for a medical team and 16 stretchers or for palleted internal loads. The maximum ramp load is 3,050kg for vehicles such as Land Rovers. The heavy-duty cabin floor and ramp are equipped with flush tie-down points, a roller conveyer for palleted freight and a cargo winch for non self-loading freight. An underslung load hook is capable of carrying external loads up to 12,000lb, and the load measurement is displayed in the cockpit. A rescue hoist and a hover trim controller are fitted at the cargo door.
All military versions can be equipped with an air to air refuelling probe for an additional $100,000.
All helicopter versions can be upgraded with a full protection suite of Electronic counter measures, chaff/flare dispensers and armor plating in cockpit and passenger compartment. $300,000 (standard on some versions)
Specifications (applicable to all versions):
Powerplants: 3x EPE-12 turboshafts producing 2318 shp driving a five bladed main rotor and four bladed tail rotor.
Dimensions:
Length (rotors turning): 22.80m
Width (main rotor stowed): 4.55m
Main Rotor diameter: 18.60m
Tail Rotor diamter: 4.00m
Rear loading ramp/door (some versions only): height 1.8m x width 2.1m
Performance:
Cruising speed: 155 knots.
Max Speed: 174 knots
Max Range: 780 nautical Miles (can be increased by 380nm with external tanks.)
Versions:
-EA-24A Civilian Utility Version, 13.5 million .
Crew: 2 Pilots, Capacity: 28, Armament: None
-EA-24B (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/EA-24B1.bmp) VIP/Executive transport version. 17.2 million
Crew: 2 pilots, Capacity: 9 in executive comfort + 6 in standard seating, Armament: none
-EA-24C Military utility Version/troop transport. 15.5 million
Crew: 2 Pilots + 1 or 2 gunners. Capacity: 30 fully equipped troops Armament: Armament 2x 7.62mm door mounted miniguns. Features: rear loading ramp, Armor plated cockpit, missile approach warners, laser detection warning system.
-EA-24F Search and Rescue Version 14 .6 million
Crew: 2 Pilots + 1 to 4 rescue swimmers/winch operators, Capacity: 18 Features: Spotlight, distress beacon detection radar, increased ferry range to 1,200 miles.
-EA-24G (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/EA-24G.jpg) Special Forces/Marine Assault Helicopter. 18.8 million
Crew: 2 Pilots + 1 or 2 gunners, Capacity 28, Armament 2x 7.62mm door mounted miniguns, 12.7mm machinegun on ramp. Features: full countermeasures suite including chaff/flare dispensers, armor plating, sound dampening, night operation sensors, rescue winch, rear loading ramp, and IR/RAM protective coating. This model can also be equipped with unguided rocket pods/up to four anti-tank missiles on stub wings.
-EA-24H (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/EA-24H.bmp) Naval Helicopter. 24 Million
Crew: 2 pilots + 2 Systems operators, Capacity: 18, Armament 4x Torpedoes/ light anti-ship missiles (such as Penguin, Sea Skua), Features: Full countermeasures suite including chaff/flare dispensers, night operations and all weather sensors, dipping sonar, surface search radar (range: 60-80km), sonarbuoy dispensers, dipping sonar and IR protective coating. For secondary overland missions the radar can be removed and 7.62mm MGs can be fitted to the doors.
-EA-24J (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/EA-24J3.bmp) Combat Search and Rescue Helicopter. 19.7 million[/b]
Crew: 2 Pilots + 1 or 2 gunners, Capacity 26, Armament 2x 7.62mm door mounted miniguns, 12.7mm machinegun on ramp. Features: full countermeasures suite including chaff/flare dispensers, armor plating, sound dampening, night operation sensors, standard air to air refuelling probe, Terrain following/ distress beacon detection radar, increased ferry range to 1,200 miles, 8 stretcher positions, rear loading ramp, and IR/RAM protective coating, improved environmental control system, Cardiac monitoring systems, Oxygen generation, distribution and suction systems, integrated patient monitoring system. This model can also be equipped with unguided rocket pods/up to four anti-tank/anti-air missiles on stub wings.
-EA-24K Medevac Helicopter 15.8 million [/b]
Crew: 2 Pilots . Capacity: 16 Stretcher Patients + 4 Medical Attendants , Armament: None, Features: rear loading ramp, Armor plated cockpit, missile approach warners, laser detection warning system, improved environmental control system, Cardiac monitoring systems, Oxygen generation, distribution and suction systems, Airway management capability, integrated patient monitoring system.
-EA-24L Mine Countermeasures Helicopter Helicopter 24.8 million
Crew: 2 pilots + mission crew (normally 5-6), Armament: pintle mounted .50 Machine guns for ordnace disposal. Features: rear loading ramp, Armor plated cockpit, missile approach warners, laser detection warning system, Airborne Mine Countermeasures Navigation system, mission consoles, reeling machine, tow boom/cable, davit/cradle, and mine detection/clearnace equipment detailed below.
Note: The standard mine countermeasures systems are easily removable and for instance when the helicopter is not needed for these duties it can also perform logistics tasks.
The following systems are supplied with the helicopter:
The EFMS-461 Sonar Detecting Set is a high-resolution sonar that provides the Elias Navy with the operational capability to hunt mines from helicopters and surface craft. The system was initiated to develop a high-speed reconnaissance and mine hunting sonar capable of searching large volumes of the sea for mine-like objects with a high probability of detection and classification and low probability of false alarms. This information is used for mine avoidance and neutralization.
The EFMS-650 Airborne Laser Mine Detection System is an airborne electro-optical system that is capable of rapid detection, classification, and localization of floating and moored mines located in relatively shallow water. With input from GPS, accurate navigation data is provided to determine target location. Operation of the systems consists of firing a pulsed laser into the water and imaging any objects within the illuminated sector using a gated camera system.
The EFMS-120/121 Mine Clearing Set, Moored Mines system consists of sweepwires which deploy Mk-17 Mod 1 cutters to sever mine moorings; electro-mechanical depressors which "fly" submerged in the water to maintain predetermined sweep depth; electro-mechanical otters, which function like depressors, but also separate the port and starboard sweepwire sections in order to maintain the proper sweep width; and one or more sections of Kevlar tow wire, depending on the desired sweep depth.
Note: Miniguns are mentioned as the standard weapon on combat versions but these can be replaced with 7.62mm/.50 cal Machine guns or any other pintle mounted gun of similar size and weight.
EA-28 (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/EA-281.bmp)
The Most notable feature of the design is the NOTAR anti-torque system (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/EA-282.bmp) which eliminates the need for a tail rotor improving survivability and making ground operations safer for both the aircraft and people on the ground. The modular structure incorporates other crashworthy and damage-tolerant features, including a five-bladed, bearing less main rotor. The fuselage is mainly of aluminium-lithium construction. The aerodynamic rotor blades are constructed from carbon/glass with nomex honeycomb and rohacell foam. Active vibration control of the structural response uses a vibration-cancelling technique.
The helicopter operates in temperatures ranging from -20 to +50 degrees C. An ice protection system allows operation in icing conditions. An engine inlet particle separator system provides protection in sandy environments. Durable, light weight skids made of composite materials permit operation from soft or rough terrain. The unique design of the helicopter allows it to land in small clearings and other confined areas where most other helicopters would not be able to.
The cockpit is equipped with armoured crew seats able to withstand an impact velocity of 35ft per second. Dual flight controls are provided for the pilot and co-pilot, but the helicopter is capable of and is designed to be flown by a single pilot. The electronic instrument system includes four high-definition full-colour displays, together with a digital mission map (military versions only), the controls feature 70% commonality with the much larger EA-24 helicopter to simplify the amount of training needed to change type. Every version except the EA-28A is equipped with a FLIR mounting and is cleared for full night time operation.
Every Version can accommodate an under slung external load of up to 3,500lb
All military Versions can be fitted with steel benches above the weapon hardpoints for a maximum of four persons on each side.
All helicopter versions can be upgraded with a full protection suite of Electronic counter measures, chaff/flare dispensers. $120,000 (standard on some versions)
Specifications applicable to all versions:
Powerplants: 2 EPE-16B turboshafts producing 745 shp each.
Performance:
Cruising speed: 145 knots.
Max Speed: 160 knots
Max Range: 395 nautical Miles (approx. endurance 3 h 36 min)
Versions:
-EA-28A Standard Utility, 4.8 million
Crew: 1/2 Pilot(s), Capacity: 6, Armament: None
This version is designed for civilian use in a variety of utility roles.
-EA-28C Military Utility/ Combat Scout Version. 5.75 million
Crew: 1 Pilots + 1 Pilot/Observer. Capacity: 6 Armament: two hardpoints for either gun pods or free flight rocket pods. Features: Armour plated cockpit and passenger compartment.
This Version is the basic military version and is equipped with armour and hardpoints for armament. It can accommodate a maximum of six troops in a somewhat cramped passenger compartment. Alternatively in a medevac role it can accommodate up to two stretchers and a medical attendant. In a maritime role it can be used for vertical replenishment of ships at sea, coastal patrol or in support of diving operations.
-EA-28E law Enforcement Version 5.2 million
Crew: 1 Pilots + 1 Pilot/Observer. Capacity: 6. Features: Search light thermal imaging TV camera, loudhailer system.
The EA-28E is the perfect chopper for most Police operations, especially in urban areas due to its maneuverability and ability to land in confined spaces, together with long endurance.
-EA-28F Search and Rescue Version 5.5 million
Crew: 1 Pilots + 1 Pilot/Observer. Capacity: 6. Features: Search light thermal imaging TV camera, loudhailer system, rescue winch, medical equipment, emergency flotation bags.
The EA-28F is a useful helicopter for drug interdiction as well search and rescue as it is an 'E' version upgraded with resuce and medical features. It has also been designed for operation over water with emergency flotation bags.
-EA-28G (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/EA-28G2.jpg) Light Attack/Special Forces Helicopter. 6.8 million
Crew: 1 Pilots + 1 Pilot/Observer. Capacity: 6 Armament: two/four hardpoints for either gun pods, free flight rocket pods or sets of four air to ground or air to air missiles. Features: Armour plated cockpit and passenger compartment, advanced electronics and sensors, full countermeasures suite, IR protective coating and sound dampening.
[i]This is an upgraded ‘C’ Version with an emphasis on armour, armament and other protection systems. This version also features a sensor pod mounted just forward of the main rotor, above the cockpit and includes: A 12x Magnification TV Camera, an auto focusing thermal imaging camera and a laser rangefinder/designator with automatic target tracking and bore sighting allowing the helicopter not only to guide anti-tank missiles such as Hellfire but also to designate targets for other aircraft. This version is ideal for leading attack helicopter formations, combat scouting deep into enemy territory or special forces insertion /extraction particularly in urban assault/jungle missions due to its manoeuvrability and ability to land in confined spaces
Medical Conversion Kit (MCK). 140,000
The Medical Conversion Kit is necessary to convert the above versions into a medevac or air ambulance helicopter. It may be used on all versions and the cabin can be converted in under two hours or converted back into its standard from in less than an hour.
EA-32 (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/EA-321.jpg)
The EA-32 Light Attack/Anti-Tank helicopter is a lightweight combat helicopter that was designed to provide support to ground troops, Special Forces and is the Air Force’s armed reconnaissance helicopter. A variant of the EA-32 is used by Navy aviation and the only attack helicopter to be embarked on assault ships, it is ideally suited to this role because of its small size and fantail arrangement.
While the EA-32 lacks the impressive payload of larger attack helicopters it makes up for this in agility, minimum observability and performance. Also the EA-32 is cheaper to purchase than larger equivalents while being 20-30% cheaper to operate and maintain.
The EA-32 only radiates one-half the rotor noise of most helicopters. Noise is reduced by use of a four-bladed rotor, pioneered by the successful EA-28 series of light utility helicopters. The fantail eliminates interaction between main rotor and tail rotor wakes. The advanced rotor design permits operation at low speed, allowing the EA-32 to sneak 40% closer to a target than an AH-64 Apache, without being detected by an acoustical system.
The EA-32 only radiates 25% of the engine heat of current helicopters, a critical survivability design concern in a low-flying tactical scout helicopter. The EA-32 is the first helicopter in which the infrared (IR) suppression system is integrated into the airframe. This innovative design feature provides IR suppressors that are built into the tail-boom, providing ample length for complete and efficient mixing of engine exhaust and cooling air flowing through inlets above the tail. The mixed exhaust is discharged through slots built into an inverted shelf on the sides of the tail-boom. The gases are cooled so thoroughly that a heat-seeking missile cannot find and lock-on to the EA-32.
The EA-32 features a crew compartment sealed for protection against chemical or biological threats, an airframe resilient against ballistic damage, enhanced crash-worthiness, and reduced susceptibility to electromagnetic interference. Extensive all-round armour installed in the cockpit protects the pilot against 12.7mm armour piercing bullets and 23mm projectile fragments. The rotor blades are rated to withstand several hits of ground-based automatic weapons. The EA-32 as with the EA-26 features a Rocket Assisted Ejection System which allows the crew to escape at all altitudes and speeds.
The EA-32 is easily sustained, requires fewer personnel and support equipment, and will provide a decisive battlefield capability in day, night and adverse weather operations. EA-32 has been designed to be exceptionally maintainable and easily transportable. Through its keel-beam construction, numerous access panels, easily accessible line-replaceable units/modules and advanced diagnostics, the EA-32 possesses "designed-in" maintainability. EA-32 aircraft will be able to be rapidly loaded into or unloaded from most transport aircraft.
In the reconnaissance role, the EA-32 is equipped with a new generation of passive sensors and a fully integrated suite of displays and communications. The helicopter can be equipped with the Longbow fire control radar and the Helmet Integrated Display and Sight System (HIDSS). The fully integrated avionics system will allow tactical data to be overlaid onto a digital map, allowing the crew to devote more time for target detection and classification. A triple-redundant fly-by-wire system can automatically hold the helicopter in hover or in almost any other maneuver, reducing workload, allowing the pilot to concentrate on navigation and threat avoidance. A hand-on grip permits one-handed operation.
The EA-32 has two stub wings on either side if the fuselage each with two under wing hardpoints and a wingtip hardpoint for short range AAMs. The inner wing harpoon can each accommodate either 4 Hellfire/TOW/similar ATGMs, or two free flight rocket pods. The outer hardpoint can each accommodate either 2 Hellfire/TOW/similar ATGMs, or a single free flight rocket pod. The wingtip hardpoints can each mount a single IR anti-air missile such as Igla/Stinger/Strela or similar type. If the mission requires it a three barreled 20mm cannon turret (same as fitted on RAH-66) can be mounted undernose although it increases RCS. Up to 480 rounds can be carried. Attaching the turret can be completed in theatre and takes approximately 90 minutes.
Specifications
Powerplants: 2 EPE-11M3/4K turboshafts producing 2250 shp each.
Performance:
Cruising speed: 158 knots.
Max Speed: 172 knots
Max Range: 480 nautical Miles (can be increased by 300nm with external tanks on inner weapons hardpoints.)
Service Ceiling: 22,000ft
Dimensions:
Fuselage length:
12.4m
Diameter Main Rotor:
11.50m
Height: 3.8m
Avionics/Sensors: Millimetric Radar, Low-light level TV or thermal sighting, a laser range-finder (16 km), FLIR, air data sensor, and digital data-link which interface with a fire control com-puter, an autopilot, a helmet sighting system and HUD for target location, acquisition, designation, and firing. Night/Poor Weather capable.
Survivability/Countermeasures:
- Main rotors and engines electrically deiced.
- Infrared signature suppressors can be mounted on engine exhausts.
- Radar warning receivers, IFF, chaff and flares.
- Armored cockpit and self-sealing fuel tanks.
- Pilot ejection system.
Versions
EA-32A Attack helicopter: 14 million each
EA-32B Marine Attack Helicopter (includes Naval Conversion Package: salt corrosion protectors, emergency inflatable flotation pods, carrier operations equipment etc) : 14.5 million
Options
-Air to Air Refueling Probe: $200,000
[B]EA-34 (http://img12.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/EA-342.jpg)
The EA-34 Helicopter is the final answer to a long standing Elias Air Force and Marine requirement for an advanced, stealthy and reliable combat helicopter, with similar, or enhanced capabilities to contemporaries such as the Mi-28, AH-64D and Tiger.
The airframe is crashworthy and ballistically tolerant to up to 25mm gunfire. The fuselage is mainly of aluminium-lithium construction. The aerodynamic rotor blades are constructed from carbon/glass with nomex honeycomb and rohacell foam. Active vibration control of the structural response uses a vibration-cancelling technique. The radar cross section has been minimised, primarily by the precisely shaped fuselage and weapons configuration. The helicopter has a composite four-bladed bearingless main rotor and an enclosed composite fantail tailrotor for increased anti-torque capability. The rear rotor is able to withstand impact by 12.7mm rounds, and provides a 180 degree turn in 4.7 seconds in hover mode and an 80-knot snap-turn-to-target in 4.8 seconds.
The helicopter operates in temperatures ranging from -20 to +50 degrees C. An ice protection system allows operation in known icing conditions. An engine inlet particle separator system provides protection in sandy environments. High flotation tyres and efficient landing gear permit operation from soft or rough terrain.
Cockpit
The EA-34 has two identicalcockpits for the pilot and the co-pilot, which are sealed and have a positive pressure air system for protection against chemical and biological warfare. Unlike other attack helicopter designs, the EA-34 has two fully qualified pilots who can either act as gunner or pilot, this decreases workload and improves safety becasue of rendundancy in workloads. The fly-by-light flight control system is quadruple redundant. The cockpit is fitted with an integrated pilot's night vision system and the pilots have a wide field of view with an Electronic Helmet Integrated Display Sighting System (HIDSS). HIDSS employs active matrix liquid crystal display technology and the direction of the 30mm gun turns in the direction of where the designated gunner is aiming his head. Targets can be designated and the weapons fired from collective and sidestick control push buttons or voice controls. Each integrated cockpit has flat screen liquid crystal displays, a colour display for teh fully digital moving map system, tactical situation and night operation displays.
The EA-34s has an integrated Communications, Navigation and Identification (CNI) suite. The CNI suite features secure multi-wave, multiband multimode wireless communications, satellite communications and Enhanced Position Locating Reporting System via the tactical internet.
Sensors
The EA-34 can be equipped with the Elias Radar Systems ERS-118-23 millimetre-wave radar. The radar dome is elctronically 'unmasked' for a single radar scan and then 'remasked'. The processors determine the location, speed and direction of travel of a maximum of 256 targets.
The Millimeter Wave sensor is an option on the EA-34 with the antenna and transmitter located above the aircraft main rotor head. It enhances system capabilities by providing rapid automatic detection, classification, and prioritization of multiple ground and air targets. The radar provides this capability in adverse weather and under battlefield obscurants. The FCR has four modes: (1) the Air Targeting Mode (ATM) which detects, classifies, and prioritizes fixed and rotary wing threats; (2) the Ground Targeting Mode (GTM) which detects, classifies, and prioritizes ground and air targets; (3) the Terrain Profiling Mode (TPM) which provides obstacle detection and adverse weather pilotage aids to the crew; (4) and the Built in Test (BIT) Mode which monitors radar performance in flight and isolates electronic failures before and during maintenance.
The advanced fire control radar incorporates an integrated radar frequency interferometer for passive location and identification of radar-emitting threats. An advantage of millimetre wave is that it performs under poor-visibility conditions and is less sensitive to ground clutter. The short wavelength allows a very narrow beamwidth, which is resistant to countermeasures.
The standard EA-34 without the millimetric radar system is still impressivley equipped with Low-light level TV, thermal sighting, a laser range-finder (16 km), FLIR, air data sensor, and digital data-link which interface with a fire control com-puter, an autopilot, a helmet sighting system and HUD for target location, acquisition, designation, and firing. Night/Poor Weather capable. The Target Acquisition Designation Sight, (TADS) and the Pilot Night Vision Sensor provides direct-view optics, television and three-fields-of-view forward-looking infrared (FLIR) to carry out search, detection and recognition, and laser rangefinder/designator. PNVS consists of a FLIR in a rotating turret located on the nose above the TADS. The image from the is displayed in the monocular eyepiece of the Integrated Helmet And Display Sighting System, worn by the pilot and copilot/gunner.
Countermeasures
The EA-34 is the first helicopter to incorporate the next generation countermeasures system known as 'Full Guard'. The system incorporates a huge range of components that provide a full and integrated solution to any type of threat.
IR PROTECTION SYSTEMS
'Full Guard' includes: a new development set of IR flare decoys the Advanced Infrared Countermeasures Munitions (AIRCMM), and passive IR features. These features include host platform modifications such as engine exhaust/heat suppression, and special coatings, intended to reduce the platform IR signature. The ATIRCM is part of the integrated concept of IR protection. The CMWS consists of six electro-optical sensors and an internally mounted Electronics Control Unit (ECU), which detects incoming missiles, provides warning to the crew, and dispenses countermeasures. CMWS is a totally passive detection system, requiring only the electro-optic (EO) signature of the missile plume. The ECU determines the threat status of detection’s using flight parameter data received from the aircraft Central Computer (CC). The ECU provides missile threat declaration, Direction-Of-Arrival (DOA) and elevation information to the CC which generates the crewstation display and warning tone. The CMWS allows for automatic or manual Countermeasures Dispenser (CMD) operation.
The IR system contributes to full-dimensional protection by improving individual aircraft probability of survival against an increasingly sophisticated range of advanced infrared (IR) guided missiles. It is a software reprogrammable system intended to provide automatic passive missile detection, threat declaration, positive warning of a post launch missile which is homing on the host platform, countermeasures effectiveness assessment, false alarm suppression, and cues to other onboard systems such as expendable countermeasures dispensers.
As part of this system another component that consists of two subsystems: infrared missile warning system and a directed infrared countermeasure system intended to be operationally deployed on tactical aircraft. The system will defend the host aircraft from infrared-guided attacking missiles by detecting the approaching threat and disabling it through the use of directed laser energy. The system should provide full coverage about the host aircraft and survive extreme thermal, vibration, and other environmental conditions experienced by tactical aircraft. In conjunction with flares, this system ensures nearly complete defence from IR guided missiles.
RF PROTECTION SYSTEMS
The other part of the 'Full Guard' protection system is the Suite of Integrated Radio Frequency Countermeasures (SIRFC) which is an integrated electronic combat system which provides RF threat awareness and active self-protection jamming capabilities for aircraft against RF air defense systems actively engaging the aircraft. The SIRFC provides defensive, offensive, active and passive countermeasures (ECM) to ensure optimum protection against Active, Pulse, Mono-Pulse Radar, and Continuous Wave radars. SIRFC consists of the Advanced Threat Radar Warning Receiver (ATRWR) and the Advanced Threat Radar Jammer.
The SIRFC core consists of an Advanced Threat Radar Warning Receiver (ATRWR) and the Advanced Threat Radar Jammer (ATRJ). The core Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) design is comprised of four components. The Receiver/Processor containing the receiving, processing, and electronic countermeasures (ECM) generation functions of the ATRJ. The Remote Transmitter provide the self-protection transmitting capability of the ATRJ. The Advanced Countermeasures Module (ACM) provides advanced ECM techniques against a particular class of weapons. Finally, the Antenna Group which contains the receiver antenna for reception of microwave and millimeter wave signals and transmit antenna for transmission of microwave ECM signals.
The system is capable of operating in either an automatic or manual (command) mode. It provides warning (situational awareness), active jamming (self protection), and when necessary expendable countermeasures to defeat threat radar guided weapon systems. Radar guided air defense artillery threat systems include surface to air missiles (SAMs) and anti-aircraft artillery (AAA).
Weapons
The EA-34 has two stub wings on either side if the fuselage each with two under wing hardpoints and a wingtip hardpints. The wing hardpoints can each accommodate either 4 Hellfire/TOW/similar ATGMs, or two free flight rocket pods. The wingtip hardpints can each accomodate either a pair of AAMs or a single Hellfire/TOW/similar ATGM.
The EA-34 is equipped with a turreted gun system for anti-personel and anti-armour missions. The externally powered, three-barrel, 30mm Gatling gun is capable of firing 750 or 1,500 rounds per minute. The gun is mounted on a, low observable, composite turret, under the nose of the helicopter. The 1500-round ammunition supply system can be reloaded in less than fifteen minutes by two crew members.
Specifications
Powerplants: 2x EPE-12M2 turboshafts producing 2340 shp driving a fourbladed main rotor and fantail enclosed tail rotor.
Dimensions:
Length (rotors turning): 15.80
Width (main rotor stowed): 4.55m
Main Rotor diameter: 13.40m
Tail Rotor diameter: 1.47m
Performance:
Cruising speed: 158 knots.
Max Speed: 176 knots
Max Range: 420 nautical Miles for B version, 525 for C version (can be increased by 200nm with external tanks fof erry flights)
Versions:
EA-34A: Technology Demonstrator Only
-NOT FOR SALE
EA-34B: Standard Air Force Version, described above.
-21.50 million each.
EA-34C (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/United-Elias/EA-34B2.jpg) Navy/Marine Version, as described above except with salt corrosion protectors, emergency inflatable flotation pods, carrier operations equipment and conformal fuel tanks (increases range by 105nm)
-22.75 million each
Options
Millimetric Tracking/Fire Control Radar Package (see details above)
-1.8 million
Air to Air Refueling Probe
-$200,000