Apache-9 Night Vision Binocular for Aviation - AGM
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The NVG AGM APACHE-9 is a passive binocular night vision system, designed for helmet mounting and specifically developed for nocturnal aerial operations. It provides optimized depth perception, high situational awareness and advanced ergonomics, meeting the most demanding standards of aviation, law enforcement and professional civilian operators.
Thanks to its binocular configuration and large-diameter eyepieces, the APACHE-9 allows comfortable viewing even for users who wear glasses, while maintaining a wide and stable field of view. The system amplifies available ambient light —moon, stars and skyglow— offering a clear and defined image without the need for active illumination.
Its rugged design, compatible with pilot helmets conforming to MIL-STD standard, incorporates full adjustments for interpupillary distance, height, fore/aft and tilt, ensuring a precise fit for each operator and flight configuration.
- Image intensifier tube Gen 3 autogated (P43 green or P45 white phosphor)
- Available FOM rating: 1600 / 1800 / 2000 / 2200+
- Magnification: 1x
- Field of view: 40°
- Objective lens F27 mm with minus-blue filter
- Minimum eye relief: 25 mm (suitable for use with glasses)
- Focus range: 0,25 M to infinity
- Diopter adjustment: -6 to +2
- Internal low-battery indicator with visual alert
- Safety automatic breakaway release system
- Mount compatible with MIL-STD pilot helmets
- Operates using a low-profile external battery pack
- Runtime: up to 25 h (alkaline AA) / up to 30 h (lithium AA)
- Operating temperature: -32 °C to +52 °C
- Environmental certification: MIL-STD-810
Dimensions and weight:
- Binocular assembly: 103 × 124 × 62 mm
- Binocular weight: 545 g
Kit contents:
- AGM APACHE-9 binocular assembly
- Helmet mounting bracket
- Low-profile battery pack
- Battery cartridges
- 4 AA batteries
- Safety lanyard
- Carrying case
- Cleaning cloth
- User manual
The AGM APACHE-9 is a professional-grade night vision solution, functionally equivalent to the AN/AVS-9 (ANVIS) system, optimized to provide reliability, accuracy and safety in demanding nocturnal aerial operations.
Comparison: AGM APACHE-9 vs AN/AVS-9 (ANVIS)
| Feature | AGM APACHE-9 | AN/AVS-9 (ANVIS) |
|---|---|---|
| System type | Passive binocular night vision | Passive binocular night vision |
| Primary use | Aviation, airborne policing, search & rescue, professional operators | Military aviation |
| Intensifier tube | Gen 3 autogated (P43 green / P45 white) | Gen 3 autogated |
| Available FOM | 1600 / 1800 / 2000 / 2200+ | Per military contract |
| Magnification | 1x | 1x |
| Field of view | 40° | 40° |
| Eye relief | 25 mm (suitable for use with glasses) | 25 mm |
| Interpupillary adjustment | 52 – 72 mm | 52 – 72 mm |
| Objective focus | 0,25 M to infinity | 0,41 M to infinity |
| Breakaway system | Yes (10 – 15 g) | Yes (11 – 15 g) |
| Power | Low-profile external pack (4×AA) | External pack (4×AA) |
| Runtime | Up to 30 h (lithium AA) | Up to 30 h (lithium AA) |
| Binocular weight | 545 g | 590 g (max.) |
| Helmet compatibility | Compatible with MIL-STD pilot helmets | Military aviation helmets |
| Environmental certification | MIL-STD-810 | MIL-STD-810 |
| Commercial availability | Civilian and professional sale (subject to regulation) | Military use / government contracts |
Conclusion: The AGM APACHE-9 delivers performance equivalent to the ANVIS system in optical, ergonomic and safety aspects, with the advantage of greater commercial availability and tube configuration options, making it a high-level professional alternative for operators outside strictly military use.