Lynx Helicopter AH 7 and AH9

Mission

The Westland Lynx serves dual roles in AT Combat and troop transport.

Description and Specifications

Fast and agile, the Lynx is a deadly tank-killer when equipped with eight TOW anti-armour missiles. Lynx is the British Army’s primary battlefield utility helicopter. Two versions are in service with the Army – the AH7 with skids, and the wheeled AH9. Lynx helicopters can also carry missile counter-measures, a stabilized roof sight and door guns.

Crew: 2(3 with door gunner) + 10 troops
Length (Fuselage): 12.06m
Height: 3.4m
Engines: 2 x 850 shp Rolls-Royce Gem 41
Max Speed: 330 kph
Cruising Speed: 232 kph
Range: 885km
Combat radius: approx 100kms with 2 hour loiter
Weight (max take off): 4.763 kg
Armament: (if fitted) 8 x TOW Anti-armour Missiles, 2-4 7.62mm GPMG machine guns

Manufacturer

Westland Helicopters Ltd (Yeovil, UK)