Royal Australian Air Force [RAAF] News, Discussions and Updates

[ADMk2]

Upgrades to MQ-28A revealed.
Increased payload, range, software and weapons capabilities - 2x AMRAAM or 4x SDB OR ( possibly) a mix…

3x external hardpoints in addition to internal bays as required.

Boeing reveals expanded MQ-28 Ghost Bat combat capabilities at ILA Berlin

Boeing has unveiled a significant expansion of the MQ-28 Ghost Bat’s combat capabilities at the ILA Berlin Air Show in Germany.

www.defenceconnect.com.au

 

[hauritz]

I assume that is the block 3. An unusual position for the weapons bay which along with three extra hard points give you a theoretical loadout of 5 AIM 120 in beast mode.

Also with even better range, engine upgraded from 10,000lbs to 12,000lbs thrust, improved sensors, and better payload this is starting to look like a serious piece of military equipment.

Boeing’s New Larger Ghost Bat Can Carry AIM-120 AMRAAMs Internally

The stealthy Ghost Bat is heading into its third iteration, with larger wings, more power, and internal weapons bays. The stealthy Ghost Bat is heading into its third iteration, with larger wings, more power, and internal weapons bays.

www.twz.com