A new contract for the supply of upgraded Ka-52M will be signed in 2020

A large long-term contract for the supply of modernized Ka-52M attack helicopters to the troops is most likely to be concluded next year. This was announced by the head of the holding "Helicopters of Russia" Andrei Boginsky.

According to Boginsky, the holding expects in the 2020 year to conclude with the Ministry of Defense a long-term major contract for the supply of modernized Ka-52M helicopters, similar to the contract concluded this year for the supply of Mi-96Н helicopters to the 28 troops.

There is a new development work that we began to carry out this year on further modernization. We hope that next year we will be able to enter into contracting, for our part, we will make every effort to ensure that we succeed by analogy with Mi-28 - so that we enter into a long-term contract with Ka-52 in a modernized form

- he said.

The head of the holding noted that the conclusion of a long-term contract for a large batch of helicopters is in the interests of not only the manufacturer itself, but also the Ministry of Defense.

This is good both for the Ministry of Defense and for us. We receive a long-term order, we provide cooperation with work, there are clear terms, prices, pace of deliveries - this, in my understanding, will allow the industry to feel stable in this direction (...) And now the Mi-28 in the new GPV is a fresh example, and we want the best of this example to take and implement on Ka-52

- he explained.

Earlier it was reported that the Ministry of Defense expects to receive 114 attack helicopters Ka-52M. A new upgraded version of the helicopter will appear in 2022 year.

The development of a modernized version of Ka-52M taking into account the Syrian experience is already underway. Among the requirements voiced by the Ministry of Defense for a new helicopter are increased security, new energy supply systems and target detection (installation of a new radar with AFAR). The machine will also receive new weapons, largely unified with the Mi-28N.

The Ka-52 Alligator is a new-generation Russian attack and attack helicopter designed to solve a wide range of tasks. Equipped with modern avionics and powerful weapons. Equipped with electronic protection system and devices to reduce visibility.

Comments

[Sahalinets]

It is amazing how the Russian Federation continues to step on the Soviet rake with a variety of military equipment. However, the Soviet military-industrial complex generally lived outside the economic realities, and now what?

[lucul]

It is amazing how the Russian Federation continues to step on the Soviet rake with a variety of military equipment. However, the Soviet military-industrial complex generally lived outside the economic realities, and now what?

As practice shows, competition between design bureaus is always good and should be at least at least two. One KB relaxes too fast ...

[uav80]

Not so long ago, the head of the Rostec aviation cluster, Anatoly Serdyukov, began a total optimization of "excess production capacity" at the enterprises controlled by the holding.

Rostec decided to merge two design bureaus - Mil and Kamov. In exchange, a certain National Center for Helicopter Engineering will be created.

This process should be completed by the end of the 2022 year. It is expected that as a result of the merger, the total area of ​​the two enterprises will be reduced by at least 40%, and the area of ​​buildings and structures by 20%. At the same time, approximately 5% of employees of both design bureaus will lose their jobs. But the layoffs will not affect engineers and designers, but exclusively support and management personnel.

[Sahalinets]

And what is the competition here? With us, both design bureaus receive a prize.

[Durman_54]

KB competition is always welcome. But why allocate production capacity for two essentially identical machines? If the design bureau wants their car to be manufactured, let them do the best project. Do not shmogli - if you please produce a competitor's car. Everything is better than the current insanity. This also applies to tanks.

[Zaurbek]

The competition between the design bureaus is beautiful at the time of the creation of the working model ..... then you need to decide and stamp the Drummer (Working horse) with thousands of ..... one model.

[lucul]

The competition between the design bureaus is beautiful at the time of the creation of the working model ..... then you need to decide and stamp the Drummer (Working horse) with thousands of ..... one model.

Yeah, and after 10 years a new model is needed again)))

[Zaurbek]

The model is not needed ... Apache flies 50 years. What they are now offering is the fact that it will replace it.

[lucul]

The model is not needed ... Apache flies 50 years. What they are now offering is the fact that it will replace it.

It flies because they have no internal competition - niches are divided and milked the budget.

[Zaurbek]

Apache has passed the internal competition! There were no competitors in NATO .... The tiger appeared later.

[bayard]

The Ka-52 is a more advanced and promising machine in terms of future upgrades, it has radar, more power density and better protection. But it is more expensive. And his childhood diseases were detected and treated, and have been treated up to the present.
Mi-28 is not only a product of the marketing pressure of KB Mil, but also a cheaper alternative. There are not enough stars from heaven, but it also does not require long-term retraining for army pilots with Mi-24 \ 35.
Mi-28 - strike assault version.
Ka-52 is a delicate tool for more sophisticated tasks. If you put a good radar on it, say from the MiG-35 (and this is nothing impossible) and equip it with longer-range weapons ... he will then be able to fend off the group, position, ship, if necessary, and from aviation ...
In general, helicopters are of several different classes, capabilities and prospects for modernization. Both are needed.

[soul]

It is amazing how the Russian Federation continues to step on the Soviet rake with a variety of military equipment

Tell it Lockheed Martin and Boeing

[Sahalinets]

Yes, tell me how the Pentagon adopted both the F-35 and F-32.

[parkello]

missile weapons must first be upgraded. what's the point of updating the helicopter itself if it still uses the old Attack and Whirlwind? need a missfire rocket ...

[sivuch]

or type Hermes

[parkello]

here, here ... it’s exactly we are waiting for him. we will not wait in any way. Hermes will be finalized. Then it is possible to upgrade the helicopter itself. unless of course this is required by new weapons ... and so it makes no sense, if there is no main thing, for which it would be worth starting modernization as such. I have heard a lot about Hermes for a long time, but so far only rumors ... it has been rumored that Kuzya was sent there (to Syria) precisely for working out that missile on the marine version (Katran), but whether it is true or not is not clear. The Ministry of Defense carefully conceals the results of those tests. the result of which is the appearance on the sites of various kinds of shortcomings and hints. Well, if you have finished, then it's time to begin full modernization, because Russian turntables were the only ones to lose the American ones, in rocket armament. Nothing more. but this is a serious argument, so you can’t look at it through your fingers in any case. but there are morons who, as they are now, will put a minus to the comment and go with a sense of accomplishment to amuse themselves with the fact that they are not urapatriots and not all-out enthusiasts .. they do not approach the problem objectively. they blur it. it is worse than betrayal.

[kupitman]

new missiles and armaments as a whole need a new SLA, and this is the modernization of the helicopter itself, the article also indicated that the security will be modernized, etc., apparently, the experience of the database in Syria showed insufficient protection of the critical systems of the machine.

[parkello]

combat experience has clearly shown that we need new missiles. which are absent. everything else is excellent helicopters and they have enough life and resource. although some design flaws may be revealed. but this is a secondary issue. the most important thing is its striking power. but it is not visible that would be modernized.

[Alien From]

This is a very slippery topic, fire-forget rockets !!! Even here they can peck, not to mention the military-industrial complex)

[The leader of the Redskins]

Of course, I would like to know in more detail what the improvements and modernization are. Combat experience is always helpful.

[venik]

Quote: Leader of the Redskins

Of course, I would like to know in more detail what the improvements and modernization are.

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Well, "in general terms" it seems they indicated: "...increased security, new energy supply systems and target detection (installation of a new radar with AFAR). The machine will also receive new weapons, largely unified with the Mi-28N. .... ".
Well, the details .... That's when the project will be готовand the car tested - then we will find out! And now - WHAT to talk about?

[Basarev]

Even the wealthy States hold only one helicopter. And Russia has at least three of them: Ka-52, Mi-28 and Mi-24 ... Are there too many?

[Evgeny Zadunaysky]

Yes Yes. Bell AH-1 Merikans have already thrown in the trash. If only the wiki leafed through, ignoramus.

[Zaurbek]

In the Marine Corps ..... although there was a marine Apache.

[venik]

"...Earlier it was reported that the Ministry of Defense expects to receive 114 attack helicopters Ka-52M... .... "
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Well, that means the Arsenievsky plant will live !! Good news!

[Vladimir_2U]

"And now the Mi-28 in the new GPV is a fresh example, and we want to take the best of this example and implement it on the Ka-52" - unfortunately, the over-sleeve radar, in principle, will not stand up.

[sivuch]

but it would be worthwhile to transfer the radar from the chin to the head (as it was once designed with Boxwood)

[Vladimir_2U]

But it still does not provide a circular view, although the idea is not bad. I do not know if the Apaches and Mi-28 have a circular view, but the shape of the fairing implies.

[venik]

Quote: Vladimir_2U

Unfortunately, the supra-muzzle radar, in principle, will not rise.

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Wow! Yah? Doesn't "get up" in principle? And then what is it (there is "yellow" on top) ???:

They just decided that it was too difficult and impractical (given the ability of the "Alligator" to move at least "sideways-forward", at least in general "backwards") that it is more expedient to install a powerful AFAR in the nose of the fuselage!

[Vladimir_2U]

Well, though it looks a bit liquid, it seems to work. However, at least some unification will have to be forgotten.

[Vadim237]

For me, the Ka 52 is much better than the Mi 28 in all respects.

[venik]

Quote: Vladimir_2U

However, at least some unification will have to be forgotten.

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I do not quite understand: WHY precisely ???

[Vladimir_2U]

Compare the antenna on the Mi-28 and in that photo that you showed me are very different, don’t you? Plus AFAR is certainly good, but its location under the nose reduces the stealth of the car.

[Vladimir_2U]

Damn, I just caught up with the fact that the antenna doesn’t need to be kept motionless! She also spins with a screw for free! They opened my eyes, comrade! )))

[Grits]

Quote: venik

Wow! Yah? Doesn't it "get up" in principle? lol And then what is it (there is "yellow" on top) ???:

I am not special in helicopters, but I don’t understand, but what prevents the same thing (radar) from being installed on my belly?

[venik]

Quote: Gritsa

I am not special in helicopters, but I don’t understand, but what prevents the same thing (radar) from being installed on my belly?

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But in fact - WHAT ???:

But actually HE! Helicopter DRLO - Ka-31 !!!!!

[Vladimir_2U]

Yes, you can install it on the rope below, but it is better as high as possible, this allows you to use a helicopter due to uneven terrain, see the Apache tactics.

[bessmertniy]

To dream of a good order is never harmful. Let's hope the contract goes well. These new helicopters really need more in order not to concede the sky to others.

[Pavel57]

Three main tanks. There are also three combat helicopters.

[bar]

That is, the rumors about the murder by Serdyukov of Kamov Design Bureau turned out to be greatly exaggerated?

[Artemiy_2]

You just need to read less Skomorokhov

[bar]

But judging by the number of minuses that I caught the last time for protecting the stool, Skomorokhov has strong support on the site.

[Amateur]

Skomorokhov has powerful support on the site.

[bar]

It explains everything. And then I was surprised

[venik]

Quote: bar

That is, the rumors about the murder by Serdyukov of Kamov Design Bureau turned out to be greatly exaggerated?

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It is a pity that rumors about the murder of "Serdyukov" (aka "Marshal Stouretkin") turned out to be "grossly exaggerated" .....

[Voyager]

Great car, great news