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Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian

L2 (component manufacturing) for fuselage sub-assemblies at TBAL Hyderabad. Engine, avionics, mission systems, FADEC all imported (L0).

Specifications
0 t payload476 km range265 km/h cruise21,000 ft ceiling2 × GE T700-GE-701D turboshaft, 1,940 shp eachNot applicable — rotary-wing
Maker: Boeing Defense, Space & Security
Indian partner: Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) — via Tata Boeing Aerospace Ltd (TBAL) JV · Tier-1 manufacturer of AH-64 fuselages for the global Apache programme
Country of origin: United States of America
Role: Attack helicopter; close air support; anti-armour
Range: Combat radius approximately 150-180 km; ferry range approximately 1,900 km with external fuel.
Payload: Not applicable — attack helicopter. Crew of 2. Armament: 30mm M230 chain gun, Hellfire missiles, Hydra 70 rockets, Stinger missiles.
Why it matters for India

IAF operates 22 AH-64E Apaches (contract signed 2015, deliveries 2019-2020). Indian Army Aviation Corps operates 6 AH-64E (additional contract). Tata Boeing Aerospace Ltd (TBAL), Hyderabad manufactures AH-64 fuselages for the global Apache programme — JV model precedent.

Indian production status

Tata Boeing Aerospace Ltd (TBAL), Hyderabad manufactures AH-64 fuselages for the global Apache programme.

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