viernes, 15 de agosto de 2014

General Atomics' Predator C "Avenger"


The General Atomics Avenger (formerly Predator C) is a developmental unmanned combat air vehicle built by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems for the United States military.


Unlike the previous MQ-1 Predator and MQ-9 Reaper (Predator B) drones, the Avenger is powered by a turbofan engine, and its design includes stealth features such as internal weapons storage, and an S-shaped exhaust for reduced heat and radar signature.


The Avenger will use the same ground support infrastructure as the MQ-1 and MQ-9, including the ground control station and existing communications networks.

Armament
Internal weapons bay with 3,500 pounds (1,600 kg) capacity.
6 external hardpoints
6,500 pounds (2,900 kg) payload total to choose:



AGM-114P "Hellfire"





GBU-12 Paveway II





GBU-16 Paveway II




GBU-31 JDAM




GBU-32 JDAM




GBU-38 JDAM