Lynx AH.Mk.1
| This page is about the British helicopter Lynx AH.Mk.1. For the premium version, see G-LYNX. |
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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
| Characteristics | Max Speed (km/h at 1,000 m) |
Max altitude (metres) | |
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| AB | RB | ||
| Stock | 249 | 233 | 3500 |
| Upgraded | 297 | 273 | |
Survivability and armour
The Lynx boasts no armour protection of any sort on or within the aircraft, however as with most British helicopters the vital components are well space apart meaning a significant portion of the aircraft is empty space. All of the fuel tanks present within the main body of the Lynx are self-sealing in the event of leaks. An engine fire system is available when the aircraft is upgraded to extinguish engine fires and keep the Lynx airborne when receiving critical amounts of damage.
The helicopter is small for it's role, meaning that it overall presents a smaller profile to hit however it is not on the tiny scale of it's predecessors within the tech tree and British pilots should account for this increased size when piloting this aircraft.
Modifications and economy
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Is is advisable to prioritise unlocking the Chaff/flare modification for the Lynx as this will allow the helicopter to have a fighting chance at shaking off IR AAM's, while pilot skill is always an option, flares allow much more breathing room. A mobile aircraft even stock, the TOW weapons tree should be focused next, unlocking the first of the Lynx's devastating selection of guided anti-tank ordinance. The tree can be followed down neatly to the AGM-114B Hellfire's which will present the strongest weaponry the Lynx can employ. However due to needing tier unlocks, it is highly recommended to unlock the AIM-92 stingers and the NVD upgrades as the player goes, allowing the aircraft to defend itself better from enemy aircraft while also unlocking thermal imaging for the gunner which makes the unlocked ATGM's even more potent with faster target acquisition.
Armaments
Offensive armament
The Lynx AH.Mk.1 is armed with:
- A choice between two presets:
- Without offensive armament
- 192 x countermeasures
Suspended armament
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-71C Improved TOW missiles
- 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 4 x BGM-71D TOW-2 missiles
- 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 8 x BGM-71C Improved TOW missiles
- 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 8 x BGM-71D 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 ATAS (AIM-92) missiles + 38 x Hydra-70 M247 rockets
- 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 2 x ATAS (AIM-92) missiles + 4 x BGM-71C Improved TOW missiles
- 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 2 x ATAS (AIM-92) missiles + 4 x BGM-71D TOW-2 missiles
- 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 2 x ATAS (AIM-92) missiles + 8 x BGM-71C Improved TOW missiles
- 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 2 x ATAS (AIM-92) missiles + 8 x BGM-71D TOW-2 missiles
- 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 2 x ATAS (AIM-92) missiles + 4 x AGM-114B Hellfire missiles
- 1 x 20 mm Oerlikon KAD-B cannon + 2 x ATAS (AIM-92) missiles + 8 x AGM-114B Hellfire missiles
- 4 x ATAS (AIM-92) missiles + 38 x Hydra-70 M247 rockets
- 4 x ATAS (AIM-92) missiles + 4 x BGM-71C Improved TOW missiles
- 4 x ATAS (AIM-92) missiles + 4 x BGM-71D TOW-2 missiles
- 4 x ATAS (AIM-92) missiles + 8 x BGM-71C Improved TOW missiles
- 4 x ATAS (AIM-92) missiles + 8 x BGM-71D TOW-2 missiles
- 4 x ATAS (AIM-92) missiles + 4 x AGM-114B Hellfire missiles
- 4 x ATAS (AIM-92) missiles + 8 x AGM-114B Hellfire missiles
Usage in battles
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Pros and cons
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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.
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See also
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 |
