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== Description ==
 
== Description ==
 
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The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} British utility helicopter {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.91 "Night Vision"]].
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The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} British helicopter {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.91 "Night Vision"]].
 
  
 
== General info ==
 
== General info ==
 
=== Flight performance ===
 
=== Flight performance ===
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''Describe how the helicopter behaves in the air. Speed, manoeuvrability, acceleration and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.''
 
''Describe how the helicopter behaves in the air. Speed, manoeuvrability, acceleration and allowable loads - these are the most important characteristics of the vehicle.''
  
 
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=== Survivability and armour ===
 
=== Survivability and armour ===
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''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.''
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=== Modifications and economy ===
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== Armaments ==
 
== Armaments ==
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=== Offensive armament ===
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=== Suspended armament ===
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{{main|AGM-114B Hellfire|AIM-92 Stinger|BGM-71 TOW|BGM-71 TOW-2|Hydra-70 M247}}
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=== Suspended armament ===
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The '''''{{PAGENAME}}''''' can be outfitted with the following ordnance:
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''Describe the aircraft's suspended armament: additional cannons under the wings, bombs, rockets and torpedoes. This section is especially important for bombers and attackers. If there is no suspended weaponry remove this subsection.''
 
  
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=== Defensive armament ===
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* 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon (570 rpg) + 38 x Hydra-70 M247 rockets
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''Defensive armament with turret machine guns or cannons, crewed by gunners. Examine the number of gunners and what belts or drums are better to use. If defensive weaponry is not available, remove this subsection.''
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* 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 4 x BGM-71 TOW missiles
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* 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 4 x BGM-71 TOW-2 missiles
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* 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 8 x BGM-71 TOW missiles
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* 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 8 x BGM-71 TOW-2 missiles
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* 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 4 x AGM-114B Hellfire missiles
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* 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 8 x AGM-114B Hellfire missiles
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* 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 2 x AIM-92 Stinger missiles + 38 x Hydra-70 M247 rockets
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* 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 2 x AIM-92 Stinger missiles + 4 x BGM-71 TOW missiles
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* 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 2 x AIM-92 Stinger missiles + 4 x BGM-71 TOW-2 missiles
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* 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 2 x AIM-92 Stinger missiles + 8 x BGM-71 TOW missiles
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* 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 2 x AIM-92 Stinger missiles + 8 x BGM-71 TOW-2 missiles
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* 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 2 x AIM-92 Stinger missiles + 4 x AGM-114B Hellfire missiles
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* 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 2 x AIM-92 Stinger missiles + 8 x AGM-114B Hellfire missiles
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* 4 x AIM-92 Stinger missiles + 38 x Hydra-70 M247 rockets
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* 4 x AIM-92 Stinger missiles + 4 x BGM-71 TOW missiles
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* 4 x AIM-92 Stinger missiles + 4 x BGM-71 TOW-2 missiles
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* 4 x AIM-92 Stinger missiles + 8 x BGM-71 TOW missiles
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* 4 x AIM-92 Stinger missiles + 8 x BGM-71 TOW-2 missiles
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* 4 x AIM-92 Stinger missiles + 4 x AGM-114B Hellfire missiles
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* 4 x AIM-92 Stinger missiles + 8 x AGM-114B Hellfire missiles
  
 
== Usage in battles ==
 
== Usage in battles ==
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''Describe the tactics of playing in a helicopter, the features of using 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).''
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''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 ===
 
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== History ==
 
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''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: <nowiki>https://wiki.warthunder.com/(Vehicle-name)/History</nowiki>) and add a link to it here using the <code>main</code> template. Be sure to reference text and sources by using <code><nowiki><ref></ref></nowiki></code>, as well as adding them at the end of the article with <code><nowiki><references /></nowiki></code>. This section may also include the vehicle's dev blog entry (if applicable) and the in-game encyclopedia description (under <code><nowiki>=== In-game description ===</nowiki></code>, also if applicable).''
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Development on the Lynx began in the mid 1960s, when Westland sought a replacement for its existing Scout and Wasp helicopters, while also wanting to provide a more advanced alternative to the UH-1 Iroquois.
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After some delays, the first prototype was ready for testing by the early '70s. In March 1971, the prototype conducted its maiden flight. In further sorties, the Lynx managed to break a number of world speed records for helicopters. Quite content with the Lynx's performance, the British Army placed an order for 100 units of the type to be produced in the mid '70s. Subsequently, the Lynx received its official army designation 'Lynx AH Mk.1'.
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Since its introduction to service, the Lynx saw service primarily with the British Army and the Royal Navy in various different roles, including among others transport, armed escort and anti-tank warfare. Furthermore, the Lynx also saw service with countries such as the Netherlands, Norway and Argentina, while other countries like Germany, France, Denmark, South Korea, Brazil and Portugal, to name a few, still use variants of the Lynx today.
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During their service, Lynx helicopters found themselves taking part in numerous conflicts, including the Falklands and Gulf wars, military interventions on the Balkans during the 1990s, anti-piracy efforts in Somalia and many more thanks to their ongoing service today. In total, around 450 Lynx helicopters of various modifications have been produced by 2009, with production still ongoing today.
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''- From [[wt:en/news/6320-development-britain-s-top-lynx-ah-mk-1-and-premium-g-lynx-en|Devblog]]''
  
 
== Media ==
 
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== See also ==
 
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* [[wt:en/news/6320-development-britain-s-top-lynx-ah-mk-1-and-premium-g-lynx-en|[Development] Britain's top: Lynx AH Mk.1 and premium G-Lynx]]
  
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Revision as of 13:27, 25 December 2020

Rank VI USA | Premium | Golden Eagles
A-10A Thunderbolt (Early)
This page is about the British helicopter Lynx AH.Mk.1. For other version, see G-LYNX.
Lynx AH.Mk.1
lynx_ah_mk1.png
GarageImage Lynx AH.Mk.1.jpg
Lynx AH.Mk.1
Britain flag.png Britain
VI Rank
Battle rating:
AB RB SB
9.7 10.3 10.0
Class:
Research:380 000 Specs-Card-Exp.png
Purchase:1 000 000 Specs-Card-Lion.png
Show in game

Description

The Lynx AH.Mk.1 is a rank VI British utility helicopter with a battle rating of 9.7 (AB), 10.3 (RB), and 10.0 (SB). It was introduced in Update 1.91 "Night Vision".

General info

Flight performance

Max speed
at 1 000 m273 km/h
Max altitude3 500 m
Engine2 х Rolls-Royce GEM 41-2
Power840 hp
Take-off weight5 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)
AB RB
Stock ___ ___ 3500
Upgraded ___ ___

Survivability and armour

Crew2 people
Speed of destruction
Structural460 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 410 → 13 456 Sl icon.png
RB4 253 → 6 081 Sl icon.png
SB5 491 → 7 852 Sl icon.png
Total cost of modifications296 000 Rp icon.png
439 000 Sl icon.png
Talisman cost2 600 Ge icon.png
Crew training290 000 Sl icon.png
Experts1 000 000 Sl icon.png
Aces2 400 Ge icon.png
Research Aces950 000 Rp icon.png
Reward for battleAB / RB / SB
100 / 260 / 400 % Sl icon.png
220 / 220 / 220 % Rp icon.png
Modifications
Flight performance Survivability Weaponry
Mods jet compressor.png
Compressor
Research:
12 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
18 000 Sl icon.png
300 Ge icon.png
Mods cd 98 main rotor.png
Replacing helicopter blades
Research:
17 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
25 000 Sl icon.png
420 Ge icon.png
Mods jet engine.png
Engine
Research:
12 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
18 000 Sl icon.png
300 Ge icon.png
Mods heli flak jacket.png
Flak jacket
Research:
12 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
18 000 Sl icon.png
300 Ge icon.png
Mods heli structure.png
Helicopter frame
Research:
17 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
25 000 Sl icon.png
420 Ge icon.png
Mods jet engine extinguisher.png
EFS
Research:
12 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
18 000 Sl icon.png
300 Ge icon.png
Mods armor cover.png
Cover
Research:
32 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
47 000 Sl icon.png
800 Ge icon.png
Mods ammo.png
Oerlikon_KAD_belt_pack
Research:
12 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
18 000 Sl icon.png
300 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow 1.png
Mods atgm heli preset.png
TOW
Research:
12 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
18 000 Sl icon.png
300 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods heli false thermal targets.png
Flares/Chaff
Research:
12 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
18 000 Sl icon.png
300 Ge icon.png
Mods atgm heli preset.png
TOW 4
Research:
17 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
25 000 Sl icon.png
420 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow 0.png
Mods air to air missile.png
AIM-92 Stinger
Research:
17 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
25 000 Sl icon.png
420 Ge icon.png
Mods weapon.png
Oerlikon_KAD_new_gun
Research:
12 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
18 000 Sl icon.png
300 Ge icon.png
Mods atgm heli preset.png
TOW-2
Research:
12 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
18 000 Sl icon.png
300 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow 0.png
Mod arrow right 0.png
Mods atgm heli preset.png
TOW-2 4
Research:
12 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
18 000 Sl icon.png
300 Ge icon.png
Mods thermal sight.png
NVD
Research:
12 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
18 000 Sl icon.png
300 Ge icon.png
Mods atgm heli preset.png
AGM-114
Research:
32 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
47 000 Sl icon.png
800 Ge icon.png
Mod arrow right 0.png
Mods atgm heli preset.png
AGM-114 2
Research:
32 000 Rp icon.png
Cost:
47 000 Sl icon.png
800 Ge icon.png

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

Suspended armament

Main articles: AGM-114B Hellfire, AIM-92 Stinger, BGM-71 TOW, BGM-71 TOW-2, Hydra-70 M247
Main article: Oerlikon KAD-B (20 mm)

The Lynx AH.Mk.1 can be outfitted with the following ordnance:

  • 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon (570 rpg) + 38 x Hydra-70 M247 rockets
  • 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 4 x BGM-71 TOW missiles
  • 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 4 x BGM-71 TOW-2 missiles
  • 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 8 x BGM-71 TOW missiles
  • 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 8 x BGM-71 TOW-2 missiles
  • 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 4 x AGM-114B Hellfire missiles
  • 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 8 x AGM-114B Hellfire missiles
  • 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 2 x AIM-92 Stinger missiles + 38 x Hydra-70 M247 rockets
  • 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 2 x AIM-92 Stinger missiles + 4 x BGM-71 TOW missiles
  • 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 2 x AIM-92 Stinger missiles + 4 x BGM-71 TOW-2 missiles
  • 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 2 x AIM-92 Stinger missiles + 8 x BGM-71 TOW missiles
  • 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 2 x AIM-92 Stinger missiles + 8 x BGM-71 TOW-2 missiles
  • 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 2 x AIM-92 Stinger missiles + 4 x AGM-114B Hellfire missiles
  • 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 2 x AIM-92 Stinger missiles + 8 x AGM-114B Hellfire missiles
  • 4 x AIM-92 Stinger missiles + 38 x Hydra-70 M247 rockets
  • 4 x AIM-92 Stinger missiles + 4 x BGM-71 TOW missiles
  • 4 x AIM-92 Stinger missiles + 4 x BGM-71 TOW-2 missiles
  • 4 x AIM-92 Stinger missiles + 8 x BGM-71 TOW missiles
  • 4 x AIM-92 Stinger missiles + 8 x BGM-71 TOW-2 missiles
  • 4 x AIM-92 Stinger missiles + 4 x AGM-114B Hellfire missiles
  • 4 x AIM-92 Stinger missiles + 8 x AGM-114B Hellfire 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

Development on the Lynx began in the mid 1960s, when Westland sought a replacement for its existing Scout and Wasp helicopters, while also wanting to provide a more advanced alternative to the UH-1 Iroquois.

After some delays, the first prototype was ready for testing by the early '70s. In March 1971, the prototype conducted its maiden flight. In further sorties, the Lynx managed to break a number of world speed records for helicopters. Quite content with the Lynx's performance, the British Army placed an order for 100 units of the type to be produced in the mid '70s. Subsequently, the Lynx received its official army designation 'Lynx AH Mk.1'.

Since its introduction to service, the Lynx saw service primarily with the British Army and the Royal Navy in various different roles, including among others transport, armed escort and anti-tank warfare. Furthermore, the Lynx also saw service with countries such as the Netherlands, Norway and Argentina, while other countries like Germany, France, Denmark, South Korea, Brazil and Portugal, to name a few, still use variants of the Lynx today.

During their service, Lynx helicopters found themselves taking part in numerous conflicts, including the Falklands and Gulf wars, military interventions on the Balkans during the 1990s, anti-piracy efforts in Somalia and many more thanks to their ongoing service today. In total, around 450 Lynx helicopters of various modifications have been produced by 2009, with production still ongoing today.

- From Devblog

Media

Images
  • Lynx AH.Mk.1 WTWallpaper 001.jpg
  • Lynx AH.Mk.1 WTWallpaper 002.jpg
  • Lynx AH.Mk.1 WTWallpaper 003.jpg
  • Lynx AH.Mk.1 WTWallpaper 004.jpg
  • Lynx01.jpg

See also

Links to the articles on the War Thunder Wiki that you think will be useful for the reader, for example:

  • reference to the series of the helicopter;
  • links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.

External links


Westland Aircraft Limited
Aircraft 
Fighters  Whirlwind Mk I · Whirlwind P.9
Turboprop  Wyvern S4
Helicopters* 
Attack  AH Mk.1 Apache**
Utility  Wessex HU Mk.5 · Scout AH.Mk.1 · Wasp HAS.Mk.1 · Lynx AH.Mk.1 · G-LYNX
  *After World War II, Westland Aircraft focused on building helicopters and changed its name to Westland Helicopters.
  **Licensed AH-64D
See Also  Boeing Aircraft

Britain helicopters
Attack  AH Mk.1 Apache · Rooivalk Mk1F CSH
Utility  Wessex HU Mk.5 · Scout AH.Mk.1 · Wasp HAS.Mk.1 · Lynx AH.Mk.1 · G-LYNX

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