In this chapter of the DCS AH-64D Apache tutorial, we describe how to use the M230 30mm Gun.
We describe how the gun works with the George AI Helper.
It is mounted between the two front landing gear shins on a hydraulically controlled turret.
NOTE - In the current version of the DCS, the maximum amount of ammunition is 300 rounds.
The theoretical range of fire is just over 4 kilometers.
The effective range for destroying targets and ensuring accuracy as such is about 1.5 kilometers.
However, during a mission, it is best to attack targets that are 800-1000 meters away.
The M230 Chain Gun can be used by both crew members.
The Chain Gun is designed to destroy lightly armored targets or infantry units.
It is definitely worth getting a head tracking machine for the DCS AH-64D Apache.
To activate the ground override options, press the G-ORIDE (Ground Override) button.
The pilot parameters are not automatically transferred to the CPG parameters.
Press Weapon Action Select G (Up) to activate the Chain Gun.
With a higher limit by briefly holding the trigger you will fire a correspondingly smaller amount.
The default is 1500 meters for the pilot and 3000 meters for CPG.
It is worth setting a value between 800 and 1000 meters here.
For example, a nearby point on the map with a provided elevation.
Auto mode is not always 100 percent precise.
It works best on relatively flat terrain.
Press the MANRNG (Manual Ranging) button.
NOTE - in VR goggles, the calibration of the sight will probably not be very accurate.
This feature is not yet fully developed.
confirm that the weapons are armed - the A / S button on the ARM.
Press Weapon Action Select G (Up) on the cyclic to activate the Chain Gun.
The number of shells remaining is shown in the center of the gun symbol.
In any IHADSS mode, the crosshair is a LOS Reticle.
Look in the direction of your targets.
Aim at them by using your crosshair and press the trigger.
The number of rounds shown in the display will decrease.
Watch where the bullets fall after the clouds of dust and mini-explosions.
Shoot in short bursts and make the necessary corrections in case of each enemy.
The Cued LOS Reticle cross is used for aiming.
The distance is pre-calibrated at 1500 meters, although the IHADSS will show the values for the NORM mode.
Targeting in FXD mode consists in flying the helicopter with precision.
Fly in such a way as to direct the Gun Fixed Reticle at the target.
Wait until you’re close enough.
Open fire when the crosshair is as close as possible to the destructible objects.
Use short bursts after making corrections on the fly.
Observe the hit sites in the field to correct the reticle position accordingly.
At the CPG seat, the default Chain Gun calibration is 3000 meters.
It is worth reducing it or setting it to automatic.
Turn on the HMD helmet sight.
Keep your eyes on the target and press the trigger.
TADS system
The TADS system can also be used for firing the Chain Gun on the CPG seat.
Set TADS as the active sight by pressing Sight Select HMD (Up).
Activate the Chain Gun by pressing Weapon Action Select G - Gun (Up).
Aim the TADS at the chosen target.
If necessary, press LMC (Linear Motion Compensator) to stabilize the sight.
While holding the laser trigger, press the Chain Gun trigger.
Correct your aiming as needed before the next bursts of bullets.
Restrictions - why the Chain Gun cannot be used?
First see to it the trigger is unlocked by pressing the TRIGGER GUARD - OPEN key.
Firing a Chain Gun is not always possible.
This is indicated by messages from the “weapon inhibits” category on the IHADSS or TADS display.
The AI mainly destroys stationary targets or targets that move parallel to the helicopter’s flight, e.g.
in a long convoy.
Invoke George’s command wheel with the Left Ctrl V keys.
The Chain Gun will be the default selected weapon.
Press the VID button and opt for TADS source.
If the AI gunner detects something, a list of targets will appear on the left.
Once the target list is displayed, it becomes the active interface.
Press George Interface UP SHORT and DOWN SHORT to select a target from the list.
The currently selected target can also be seen on the TADS video screen.
George will open fire with the selected number of bullets in a BURST.
Press George Interface UP SHORT to start a new search.
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