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Bell V-247

Bell V-247

Bell V-247

Product catalog summary
Overview
The Bell V-247 Vigilant is an unmanned aerial system designed for multi-domain operations, offering autonomous flight capabilities that are flexible, modular, and lethal. It serves as an armed escort providing counter integrated air defense, electronic warfare, early warning, and precision fires. The system's modular radar and sensor payloads extend operational reach, allowing for easy exchange of mission packages, sensors, and weapon systems.
Features
  • Real-time re-tasking of payloads and sensors by mission commanders.
  • Modular radar and sensor payloads enhance safety with advanced warning systems.
  • Significant internal and external payload capacity for quick mission package exchanges.
  • 24-hour on-station support with a two-aircraft system reduces mission costs.
  • Extended loiter time and over-the-horizon range for Intelligence Surveillance Reconnaissance and Electronic Warfare.
  • Combat-proven tiltrotor technology for runway independence and increased speed and range.
  • Day or night airborne early warning for sea- and land-based assets.
  • High electrical power for integrating demanding systems.
  • Self-protection capabilities and modular design enhance survivability.
Precision Targeting
The Bell V-247 Vigilant is equipped with air-to-ground missiles and precision munitions. Its Electro Optical System and Targeting System provide superior target identification, ensuring protection for Marine Expeditionary Units and precision strikes.
Technical Specifications
  • Speed: Long Range Cruise at 240 kts, Maximum Continuous Power Cruise at 300+ kts, Best Endurance at 180 kts.
  • Payload: Internal Mission capacity of 2,000 lbs, Sling Load capacity of 9,000 lbs.
  • Performance: Over 8 hours Time On Station with 600 lbs of Mission Payload at 450 nm Mission Radius, up to 1300 nm Mission Radius or 12 hours Time On Station.
  • Service Ceiling: 25,000 ft.
Operational Viability
  • Superior range and speed for escort capability with Bell Boeing V-22 or Bell V-280.
  • 24-hour persistent Intelligence Surveillance Reconnaissance with a two-aircraft system.
  • Open architecture modular payload system.
  • Guided Missile Destroyer shipboard compatibility.
  • Retractable taildragger landing gear.
  • Shipboard footprint equivalent to UH-1Y.
  • Aerial refuel capable.
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Catalog excerpts

Bell V-247-1

BELL V-247 VIGILANT BELL V-247 AUTONOMOUS. INTELLIGENT. LETHAL. Unmanned and unmatched, the Bell V-247 Vigilant goes above and beyond — offering you autonomous flight capabilities that are flexible, modular, and lethal. • Mission commanders can re-task payloads and sensors in real time while the autonomous flight capability implements the new mission. • Modular radar and sensor payloads keep the Marine Expeditionary Unit safer using advanced warning systems and sensors. • Unmatched internal and external payload capacity allows you to quickly trade out different mission packages. • On-station support at mission ranges is sustainable for 24 hours with a two-aircraft system. • Fewer aircraft and flying hours to provide 24/7 coverage reduces total mission costs. • Extended loiter time and over the horizon range satisfies Intelligence Surveillance Reconnaissance and Electronic Warfare needs. • Combat-proven tiltrotor technology enables runway independence and lethal reach with increased speed and range. • Sea- and land-based assets are protected by a system that performs day or night airborne early warning. • Significant electrical power enables integration of demanding high-performance systems. • Self-protection capabilities, modular design, and tiltrotor performance increase survivability.

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Bell V-247-2

PRECISION TARGETING Be aware and accurate. The Bell V-247 Vigilant can be armed with air-to-ground missiles and other precision munitions, and its Electro Optical System and Targeting System provide you with superior target identification - so you can protect the Marine Expeditionary Units on the ground and strike with precision. Never let your guard down. The Bell V-247 Vigilant unmanned system is an armed escort in multi-domain operations, providing counter integrated air defense, electronic warfare, early warning, and precision fires. Let it be your eyes and ears. Modular radar and sensor...

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