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Saraph

Israel

VII Rank

Battle rating:

AB	RB	SB
10.7	12.0	10.7

Class:

Attack helicopter

Research:400 000

Purchase:1 020 000

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Description

The introduction of the AH-64D (named Saraph) to Israel was controversial. The Obama administration blocked the sale of that specific version due to investigations of misuse of US military equipment against civilians. The first unit was sold in 2005 and an order of six was blocked in 2009. Most AH-64As in service with the IAF were eventually upgraded to the AH-64D variant to circumvent the blockade of sales, the upgrade plans included the improved AGM-114K Hellfire II and better fire control systems. Between 2007 and 2010, Israel put in more orders to buy the AH-64D in larger quantities, however most attempts failed due to the US investigation. Not all AH-64As were upgraded to the D variant however, but some were fitted with the American Hydra-70 and improved electronic equipment. Some AH-64Ds were used in air-to-air interception, specially against UAVs and other slow moving targets that don't need to be intercepted by aircraft.

Introduced in Update "Danger Zone", the improved AH-64D-I Saraph comes with the same strengths as the previous AH-64A Peten. That means a good flight performance, very capable ATGMs, and excellent optics. However, the Saraph now also includes a search radar located on top of the helicopter, specifically the AN/APG-78 radar, that is operates in the K band and has all-aspect capabilities. While it's not able to lock onto targets, it is a very good option to detect enemy aircraft around you and potentially other helicopters if they are flying high over the terrain. The weapons systems remain the same as the Peten, but it now has access to the Hellfire II, with a better guidance system and higher explosive mass.

General info

Flight performance

Max speed

at 1 000 m295 km/h

Max altitude5 400 m

Engine2 х General Electric T700-GE-701C

Take-off weight10 t

Describe how the helicopter behaves in the air. Speed, manoeuvrability, acceleration and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.

Characteristics	Max Speed (km/h at 1,000 m)		Max altitude (metres)
Characteristics	AB	RB	Max altitude (metres)
Stock	272	253	5400
Upgraded	___	___	5400

Survivability and armour

Crew2 people

Speed of destruction

Structural0 km/h

Gear420 km/h

Examine the survivability of the helicopter. Note how vulnerable the structure is and how secure the pilot is, whether the fuel tanks are armoured, etc. Describe the armour, if there is any, and also mention the vulnerability of other critical systems.

Modifications and economy

Repair costBasic → Reference

AB9 700 → 14 307

RB4 580 → 6 755

SB5 749 → 8 479

Total cost of modifications303 000

446 000

Talisman cost2 800

Crew training290 000

Experts1 020 000

Aces2 800

Research Aces1 080 000

Reward for battleAB / RB / SB

100 / 220 / 330 %

232 / 232 / 232 %

Modifications

Flight performance

Survivability

Weaponry

Compressor

Research:

15 000

Cost:

22 000

290

Replacing helicopter blades

Research:

23 000

Cost:

34 000

440

Engine

Research:

19 000

Cost:

28 000

370

Flak jacket

Research:

15 000

Cost:

22 000

290

Helicopter frame

Research:

23 000

Cost:

34 000

440

EFS

Research:

19 000

Cost:

28 000

370

Cover

Research:

49 000

Cost:

72 000

950

aden_new_gun Research: 15 000 Cost: 22 000 290	Flares/Chaff Research: 15 000 Cost: 22 000 290
AGM-114 Research: 23 000 Cost: 34 000 440
	NVD Research: 19 000 Cost: 28 000 370	AIM-92 Stinger Research: 19 000 Cost: 28 000 370
AGM-114 2 Research: 49 000 Cost: 72 000 950

Armaments

Night vision devices

Improves visibility by enhancing natural light or active illumination.

Thermal imager

Allows to see thermal radiation in the infrared range day and night

Ballistic Computer
CCIP (Guns)	CCIP (Rockets)	CCIP (Bombs)

Offensive armament

Main article: M230E-1 (30 mm)

The Saraph is armed with:

1 x 30 mm M230E-1 cannon, chin turret (1,200 rpg)
180 x countermeasures

Suspended armament

The Saraph can be outfitted with the following ordnance:

	1	2	3	4	5	6
Hydra-70 M247 rockets		19	19	19	19
AGM-114K Hellfire II missiles		2, 4	2, 4	2, 4	2, 4
ATAS (AIM-92) missiles	2					2

Default weapon presets
Without load 76 x Hydra-70 M247 rockets 4 x AGM-114K Hellfire II missiles 8 x AGM-114K Hellfire II missiles 16 x AGM-114K Hellfire II missiles 4 x ATAS (AIM-92) missiles

Usage in battles

Describe the tactics of playing in a helicopter, the features of using the helicopter in a team and advice on tactics. Refrain from creating a "guide" - do not impose a single point of view, but instead, give the reader food for thought. Examine the most dangerous enemies and give recommendations on fighting them. If necessary, note the specifics of the game in different modes (AB, RB, SB).

Pros and cons

Summarise and briefly evaluate the vehicle in terms of its characteristics and combat effectiveness. Mark its pros and cons in the bulleted list. Try not to use more than 6 points for each of the characteristics. Avoid using categorical definitions such as "bad", "good" and the like - use substitutions with softer forms such as "inadequate" and "effective".

Pros:

Cons:

History

Describe the history of the creation and combat usage of the helicopter in more detail than in the introduction. If the historical reference turns out to be too long, take it to a separate article, taking a link to the article about the vehicle and adding a block "/History" (example: https://wiki.warthunder.com/(Vehicle-name)/History) and add a link to it here using the main template. Be sure to reference text and sources by using <ref></ref>, as well as adding them at the end of the article with <references />. This section may also include the vehicle's dev blog entry (if applicable) and the in-game encyclopedia description (under === In-game description ===, also if applicable).

Media

Skins

Skins and camouflages for the Saraph from live.warthunder.com.

Videos

AH-64 Apache Ultimate Review - Bob Dickinson

External links

Paste links to sources and external resources, such as:

topic on the official game forum;
other literature.

Israel helicopters
Attack
MD 500	Lahatut
Battle Hawk	AH-60
Cobra	Tzefa D/E · Tzefa A · Tzefa B
Apache	Saraph · Peten · AH-64A Peten

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 == Description ==
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-The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} Israeli attack helicopter {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update "Danger Zone"]].
+The introduction of the AH-64D (named '''Saraph''') to Israel was controversial. The Obama administration blocked the sale of that specific version due to investigations of misuse of US military equipment against civilians. The first unit was sold in 2005 and an order of six was blocked in 2009. Most AH-64As in service with the IAF were eventually upgraded to the AH-64D variant to circumvent the blockade of sales, the upgrade plans included the improved AGM-114K Hellfire II and better fire control systems. Between 2007 and 2010, Israel put in more orders to buy the AH-64D in larger quantities, however most attempts failed due to the US investigation. Not all AH-64As were upgraded to the D variant however, but some were fitted with the American Hydra-70 and improved electronic equipment. Some AH-64Ds were used in air-to-air interception, specially against UAVs and other slow moving targets that don't need to be intercepted by aircraft.
+Introduced in [[Update "Danger Zone"]], the improved '''{{Specs|name}}''' comes with the same strengths as the previous [[Peten|AH-64A Peten]]. That means a good flight performance, very capable ATGMs, and excellent optics. However, the Saraph now also includes a search radar located on top of the helicopter, specifically the AN/APG-78 radar, that is operates in the K band and has all-aspect capabilities. While it's not able to lock onto targets, it is a very good option to detect enemy aircraft around you and potentially other helicopters if they are flying high over the terrain. The weapons systems remain the same as the Peten, but it now has access to the Hellfire II, with a better guidance system and higher explosive mass.
 == General info ==
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 {{Specs-Heli-Flight}}
 <!-- ''Describe how the helicopter behaves in the air. Speed, manoeuvrability, acceleration and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.'' -->
-The AH-64D-I Saraph, provides great manoeuvrability, incredible acceleration and overall providing a great speed of up to 319 km/h in arcade and 295 km/h in realistic and simulator game modes. It is as fast as the American [[AH-64D]] but the title of fastest Apache belongs to the British Army variant called the [[AH Mk.1]]. The IDF AH-64D-I is able to do manoeuvres other helicopters can only dream about, from barrel roles, flips to loops. Which allow it to evade enemy missiles with ease and surprise, poor enemy tankers who will be helpless to defeat it.
+''Describe how the helicopter behaves in the air. Speed, manoeuvrability, acceleration and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.''
 {| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
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 {{Specs-Heli-Armour}}
 <!-- ''Examine the survivability of the helicopter. Note how vulnerable the structure is and how secure the pilot is, whether the fuel tanks are armoured, etc. Describe the armour, if there is any, and also mention the vulnerability of other critical systems.'' -->
+''Examine the survivability of the helicopter. Note how vulnerable the structure is and how secure the pilot is, whether the fuel tanks are armoured, etc. Describe the armour, if there is any, and also mention the vulnerability of other critical systems.''
-The AH-64D-I Apache "Saraph", has only limited armour protection installed with bullet proof glass only being installed on the pilot windscreen. The helicopter uses Kevlar boron carbide, composite martial which is limited only to instrument, floor and side panels around the cockpit. It does not provide the same level of protection as seen on other helicopters such as the [[Mi-28N]].
-*Bullet proof glass installed only for the pilot - 22 mm thick.
-*Installation of Kevlar boron carbide, composite martial only on the: Seats, cockpit side panels, Gunner floor panels and pilot instrument panel - 20 mm thick.
 === Modifications and economy ===
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 |-
-! colspan="3" |[[Ballistic Computer]]
+! colspan="3" | [[Ballistic Computer]]
 |-
-!CCIP (Guns)!!CCIP (Rockets)!!CCIP (Bombs)
+! CCIP (Guns) !! CCIP (Rockets) !! CCIP (Bombs)
+|-
+| {{Tick}} || {{Tick}} || {{Cross}}
 |-
-|{{Tick}}||{{Tick}}||{{Cross}}
 |}
 === Offensive armament ===
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 The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' is armed with:
-* A choice between two presets:
+* 1 x 30 mm M230E-1 cannon, chin turret (1,200 rpg)
-** 1 x 30 mm M230E-1 cannon, chin turret (1,200 rpg)
+* 180 x countermeasures
-** 1 x 30 mm M230E-1 cannon + 180 x countermeasures
 === Suspended armament ===
 {{Specs-Heli-Suspended}}
 <!-- ''Describe the helicopter's suspended armament: additional cannons under the winglets, any bombs, and rockets. Since any helicopter is essentially only a platform for suspended weaponry, this section is significant and deserves your special attention. If there is no suspended weaponry remove this subsection.'' -->
-{{main|AGM-114K Hellfire II|ATAS (AIM-92)|Hydra-70 M247}}
 The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance:
-* Without load
+{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" width="100%"
-* 76 x Hydra-70 M247 rockets
-* 4 x AGM-114K Hellfire II missiles
-* 8 x AGM-114K Hellfire II missiles
-* 16 x AGM-114K Hellfire II missiles
-* 4 x ATAS (AIM-92) missiles
-==== Custom loadout options ====
-{| class="wikitable" width="100%" style="text-align:center"
 |-
 ! !! width="7%" | 1 !! width="7%" | 2 !! width="7%" | 3 !! width="7%" | 4 !! width="7%" | 5 !! width="7%" | 6
 | rowspan="4" width="20%" | <div class="ttx-image">[[File:Hardpoints_AH-64A_(Israel).png]]</div>
 |-
-! Hydra-70 M247 rockets
+! [[Hydra-70 M247]] rockets
 | || 19 || 19 || 19 || 19 ||
 |-
-! AGM-114K Hellfire II missiles
+! [[AGM-114K Hellfire II]] missiles
 | || 2, 4 || 2, 4 || 2, 4 || 2, 4 ||
 |-
-! ATAS (AIM-92) missiles
+! [[ATAS (AIM-92)]] missiles
 | 2 || || || || || 2
 |-
 |}
+{{Navigation-Start|Default weapon presets}}
+{{Navigation-First-Simple-Line}}
+* Without load
+* 76 x Hydra-70 M247 rockets
+* 4 x AGM-114K Hellfire II missiles
+* 8 x AGM-114K Hellfire II missiles
+* 16 x AGM-114K Hellfire II missiles
+* 4 x ATAS (AIM-92) missiles
+{{Navigation-End}}
 == Usage in battles ==
-'''Overview'''
+<!-- ''Describe the tactics of playing in a helicopter, the features of using the helicopter in a team and advice on tactics. Refrain from creating a "guide" - do not impose a single point of view, but instead, give the reader food for thought. Examine the most dangerous enemies and give recommendations on fighting them. If necessary, note the specifics of the game in different modes (AB, RB, SB).'' -->
+''Describe the tactics of playing in a helicopter, the features of using the helicopter in a team and advice on tactics. Refrain from creating a "guide" - do not impose a single point of view, but instead, give the reader food for thought. Examine the most dangerous enemies and give recommendations on fighting them. If necessary, note the specifics of the game in different modes (AB, RB, SB).''
-The AH-64D-I is a Israeli modified version of the venerable [[AH-64D]] and in turn very similar to the [[AH-64A]] Apache. The differences between it and the A are the lack of an option to carry AIM-9L missiles, the new Longbow radar, improved Hellfires, and an improved ECM package. It is also slightly different to the American D version as it lacks the laser guided APKWS rockets. The Apache is an excellent helicopter for attacking ground targets, and can also hold its own against many enemy aircraft. Through adequate use of cover, teamwork, and game sense, the Apache can easily dismantle enemy teams. An Apache pilot must understand all of the tools at their disposal.
-The Apache has an arsenal of weapons. The most effective anti-tank weapon in the Apache's arsenal is the AGM-114 Hellfire, which uses a top attack trajectory to destroy ground vehicles. There is functionally very little difference between the AGM-114B and K variants, used on early and late Apaches respectively.
-'''Staying alive:'''
-Flying the Apache effectively can be more difficult than most players would imagine, processing information from optical sights, radar displays, and the radar warning receiver all at once can lead to information overload. If distracted by irrelevant information, a pilot can quickly lose situational awareness. Being successful in the Apache requires situational awareness above all else. Due to the fragility of the helicopter, any blindspot can lead to a quick and sudden death. Additionally, the mobility of the Apache is adequate but not impressive, so evasive manoeuvres are not always effective.
-Using cover is a very important part of staying alive in the Apache. Always stay behind a hill or building in ground battles. When exposing yourself in order to fire on the enemy, be mindful to not gain too much altitude. Most importantly, always listen to your RWR and MAW. If you hear an alarm, take evasive action immediately.
-The biggest improvement of the later Apache variants is the ability to mount the Longbow radar system. This system, if used properly, will help maintain situational awareness.
-Additionally, it is important to know when to use flares. Flares are extremely effective against heat-seeking missiles, but useless against any other missiles. It is the responsibility of the Apache pilot to recognize the threat and decide whether to use flares or not. For Apaches with MAW (missile alert warning), there is an option for flares to be dispensed automatically.
-'''Using the Longbow radar'''
-The radar of the Apache should be used as a secondary tool when engaging ground targets. The radar is not effective in obtaining target lock for ground vehicles. The AGM-114L radar guided Hellfire is not in the game, so guidance of Hellfires should be done by using the FLIR thermal imaging camera to lase targets. However, the radar is still useful in detecting enemy aircraft. By using the multi-function menu to switch radar mode, the radar will begin to search for air rather than ground targets. Keeping track of enemy aircraft is vital to survival in the Apache, as any plane can make quick work of the Apache if the helicopter is unprepared.
-'''Air-to-air (Stinger and gun)'''
-The Apache is surprisingly potent in air-to-air combat. Engagements should be conducted primarily through the use of the Stinger missile. The Stinger is a simple but effective air-to-air missile. It has an excellent seeker head and can obtain all aspect lock on almost any air target within 3-5 km (even propeller aircraft with a low heat signature). However, the Stinger can be easily fooled by flares or outmanoeuvred by a fast enemy aircraft. The best way to use the Stinger against enemy aircraft is when they are heading directly towards you. If fired at the right second, most enemies will struggle to dodge a Stinger.
-If the enemy gets close, the 30 mm autocannon can be extremely effective. The gun will automatically aim with optical lock, so Apache pilots can aim accurately while taking evasive manoeuvres.
-'''Close-range air-to-ground (gun and rockets)'''
-At close range, the Apache has excellent offensive capability. The 30 mm autocannon is incredibly accurate even at surprisingly far distances. This cannon uses a High Explosive Dual Purpose round that can engage lightly armoured targets. Rocket pods can also be used, with the CCIP computer helping maintain accuracy even at further distances. Be careful when trying to use the Hellfire missile at close range. It can do a direct attack at closer ranges (rather than its usual top attack) but if fired at an odd angle, it may not have time to manoeuvre onto the target if fired at closer ranges.
-The problem with trying to engage at close range is that doing so will put the Apache in huge amounts of danger. Enemy tanks will be able to quickly destroy the Apache with their main guns or anti-aircraft machine guns.
-[[File:HellfireTrajectory.png|thumb]]
-'''Long-range air-to-ground (Hellfire)'''
-At longer ranges, the Hellfire missile can be used to full effect. The Hellfire will guide on its target as shown in the attached diagram. This is known as top attack. Being that it takes this path to the enemy target, the Hellfire can take upward of 30 seconds to reach its target at longer ranges. Do not fire at enemies that are about to move to cover, and make sure to fire multiple missiles at once in order to deal maximum damage. Because the Hellfire is laser guided, multiple missiles can be fired at once. They should be fired at intervals of 5-10 seconds, where between missiles the Apache can switch to a new ground target. This will allow for the quick destruction of multiple enemies. This tactic can be incredibly effective. Although the time to target for the most recently fired Hellfire is available on the HUD, pilots will have to keep track of all the missiles they have fired by memory and quick calculations.
-[[File:HellfireSequenceDemonstration.mp4|left|frameless]]
-Combatting enemy anti-aircraft vehicles can be a challenge. Always remain in cover and move unpredictably in combat. Use the radar warning receiver to obtain the general direction of enemy AA, and then attack with a Hellfire. An effective strategy is to fire a Hellfire, break optical lock to gain cover and avoid counterfire, and then pop back up and get lock again several seconds before the Hellfire hits. This strategy if applied correctly will result in a hit, as the Hellfire is smart enough to begin following the laser designator again once the Apache re-obtains its lock.<!-- ''Describe the tactics of playing in a helicopter, the features of using the helicopter in a team and advice on tactics. Refrain from creating a "guide" - do not impose a single point of view, but instead, give the reader food for thought. Examine the most dangerous enemies and give recommendations on fighting them. If necessary, note the specifics of the game in different modes (AB, RB, SB).'' -->
 === Pros and cons ===
 <!-- ''Summarise and briefly evaluate the vehicle in terms of its characteristics and combat effectiveness. Mark its pros and cons in the bulleted list. Try not to use more than 6 points for each of the characteristics. Avoid using categorical definitions such as "bad", "good" and the like - use substitutions with softer forms such as "inadequate" and "effective".'' -->
+''Summarise and briefly evaluate the vehicle in terms of its characteristics and combat effectiveness. Mark its pros and cons in the bulleted list. Try not to use more than 6 points for each of the characteristics. Avoid using categorical definitions such as "bad", "good" and the like - use substitutions with softer forms such as "inadequate" and "effective".''
 '''Pros:'''
-*Excellent ground attack armaments (Hellfire missiles and 30 mm autocannon)
+*
-*Excellent air-to-air capability with the Stinger missile and radar
-*Adequate speed and manoeuvrability
-*Advanced countermeasure system with radar warning receiver (RWR) and Missile Alert Warning
-*Longbow radar
-*High countermeasure count (x180, built in)
 '''Cons:'''
-*Hellfire missiles have limited self-guidance abilities from certain positions
-*Hellfire missiles need line-of-sight for guidance.
-*Easily destroyed by main adversary ([[Ka-50]] & [[Ka-52]]) and enemy aircraft
 *
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 == Media ==
 <!-- ''Excellent additions to the article would be video guides, screenshots from the game, and photos.'' -->
-''Excellent additions to the article would be video guides, screenshots from the game, and photos.''
+;Skins
+* [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?vehicle=ah_64d_i_saraph Skins and camouflages for the {{PAGENAME}} from live.warthunder.com.]
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Difference between revisions of "Saraph"

Latest revision as of 15:06, 31 December 2023

Contents

Description

General info

Flight performance

Survivability and armour

Modifications and economy

Armaments

Offensive armament

Suspended armament

Usage in battles

Pros and cons

History

Media

See also

External links