AN/APG-68(V)9 - F-16 Multimode Fire Control Radar
The AN/APG-68(V)9 offers a 33% increase in air-to-air detection range over earlier versions of the radar and introduces synthetic aperture radar, which provides high-resolution ground mapping. When combined with other weapon system improvements, it enables F-16s with autonomous 24-hour, all-weather precision strike capability. The AN/APG-68(V)9 is also available as an easily-installed upgrade kit for existing F-16 aircraft.
The AN/APG-68(V)9 radar is an advanced capability system that seven foreign countries have purchased as standard equipment on new F-16s or as upgrade kits for their existing F-16 fleets. To date, Northrop Grumman has delivered more than 250 AN/APG-68(V)9 radars.
AN/APG-68(V)9 Benefits
- 33% increase in air-to-air detection range
- Synthetic aperture radar 2-foot point target response
- Reduced weight, power, and cooling
- 25%-45% lower support costs
- Compatible with LITENING II and other EO pods
- Compatible with ASPJ, ASPIS, ALQ-131, and other EW systems
- Retrofit kit can be installed in approximately 2 days on the flight line