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Source: https://forums.bistudio.com/topic/187396-arma-3-apex-news-and-speculations/page-88#entry3037483 "Been looking through the XML posted here earlier -- it's a little unorganised, but I think I extracted anything of relevance below. Lots of exciting new features to be added Vehicles: The KH-3A Fenghuang is an unmanned aerial drone based on a Chinese design. The UAV adopts the unusual canard layout and is propelled by a pusher engine. This multipurpose drone is equipped with modern tracking and tracing systems, countermeasures and also carries four air-to-ground laser guided missiles. Personal watercraft (PWC) of the sit-down type. This small-hulled craft driven by a jet-propulsion system offers seats for 3 people and is easy to mount or dismount on the water thanks to the open stern construction. The powerful engine and great maneuverability makes this craft truly fun to ride. And of course it is a small and useful water transport vehicle for military use as well. This autonomous/remotely controlled helicopter drone is mainly used as close air support and thanks to the unmanned construction can be deployed in the most dangerous zones. The Falcon is equipped with a laser designator and can therefore handle surveillance, reconnaissance and target designation tasks. Its greatest strength, however, lies in armament. It carries two rocket pods, each with 12 unguided rockets and six Scalpel air-to-ground missiles. The MQ-12 Falcon can also use countermeasures for self-defense. Developed as a 21st century replacement for aging C-130 based gunships and transport aircraft. Its third-generation tilt-rotor VTOL (Vertical Take-Off and Landing) technology allows this long endurance aircraft to conveniently utilize a wide range of airfields and runways which greatly improves the military logistics. It also provides unparalleled maneuverability in its heavily armed gunship variant which has the unique ability to perform either pylon turns or merely hover in place during the ground attack. The huge internal storage allows for transportation of vehicles up to the size and weight of the AMV-7 Marshall APC in the vehicle transport variant or up to 32 fully armed soldiers with supplies in the infantry transport variant. The storage space of the gunship variant is fully occupied by automated weapon stations and carried ammunition. By far the largest CSAT joint development project to date was long troubled by the conflicting requirements of the participating armies who demanded an aircraft with VTOL capabilities. The planned budget was vastly exceeded several times and development was years behind schedule. The program eventually became one of the most expensive in military procurement history and despite a great deal of information remains classified and is often compared to the older F-35 program. The final solution was based upon the most promising prototype designed in Xi'an which was able to meet most of the requirements with satisfactory results. High running and maintenance costs remains a huge issue that plagues the reputation of the otherwise extremely progressive aircraft with many unique features and top-notch bleeding-edge technologies. The MB 4WD is a modern four-wheel drive off-road vehicle with a distinctive construction, which could be tracked up to World War II. The vehicle was produced in the US and exists in a number of different editions. Thanks to the powerful engine, durable chassis and great maneuverability, this vehicle can handle all levels of difficult terrains from dry deserts to humid jungles or artic wastelands. An agile (maximum speed 160 km/h) light protected vehicle for 5-6 soldiers – depending on the configuration. The Qilin offers safe and fast operating speeds with superior levels of mobility and maneuverability. It is highly adaptable to severe, rugged and restrictive terrains while providing off-road, cross-country mobility under all types of weather conditions. The vehicle was produced in China with Russian cooperation, so some minor influence from Ifrit MRAP can be seen in Qilin’s design. The Qilin is a highly customizable platform which can be fitted according to the mission. CSAT Pacific forces primarily use the unarmed variant and the armed variant fitted with a 6.5 mm minigun. Caesar BTT is a single-engine, fixed-gear, low-wing general aviation aircraft built from composite materials. The Caesar BTT is one of the fastest fixed-gear, single-engined piston aircraft, reaching a speed of 235 knots (435 km/h) true air speed at 25,000 feet (7,600 m). It is used by civilians and smaller shipping companies all around the world. The Prowler is a light strike vehicle (LSV) which means it is agile and lightly armored. It uses speed, maneuverability and off-road mobility to avoid major threats. Another benefit is that the Prowler is light enough to be transported by medium helicopters such as UH-80 Ghost Hawk. This is in contrast to the heavy MRAP vehicles which are harder to transport to the battlefield. Two configurations of Prowler exist. The armed variant of Prowler is equipped with two machine guns. The front seated position carries a .338 SPMG medium machine gun. The top turret is equipped with a .50 cal heavy machine gun. With this arsenal, Prowler is ideal for quick hit and run missions. The unarmed variant is stripped of all guns, but the back part of the vehicle is open and there are reserve seats for two additional soldiers. The rigid-hulled inflatable boat, (RHIB) is a light-weight but high-performance and high-capacity boat constructed with a solid, shaped hull and flexible tubes at the gunwale. The boat can fit 7 passengers and a driver. RHIB can be used for multiple tasks. It can be a simple transport boat with some countries deploying them for coast guarding. This is in contrast to criminals on Tanoa who uses RHIBs as a fast and small smuggling boat. --------------------------------------------------- Factions: Gendarmerie CTRG NATO Paramilitary Bandit Syndikat CSAT Viper team --------------------------------------------------- Features Targeting Improvements commanding visualizations, crew communication, weapon systems and indicators, virtual targeting pods Weapon Switching on-the-move, mappable actions, action menu streamlining updated 2D and 3D visualization, improved diary UX, better map interaction useful presets, consolidated options, explanatory texts and images Vehicle-in-vehicle Transport Environmental Audio extended ambient configuration, positional ambient sounds overhauled lighting configuration, water reflections, fog improvements Path Following more intelligent, precise and responsive AI vehicle driving capabilities Props Tanoa environment decorations and special field equipment CSAT Pacific Forces suitably camouflaged assets for the primary armed forces CSAT Special Forces operators equipped with modern weaponry, thermal-masking camouflage, new Night Vision Goggles, and other unique gear Gendarmerie Faction the local Tanoa law enforcement agency Syndikat Faction: a criminal organisation composed of armed thugs and ex-paramilitaries Gear: new clothes, uniforms, backpacks, headgear, NVGs, and more Weapons: AKS-74U 5.45 mm Assault Rifle, AKM 7.62 mm Assault Rifle, AK-12 7.62 mm Assault Rifle, RPG-7 Launcher, PM 9 mm Pistol, SPAR-16/S/17 Assault Rifles, CAR-95 5.8 mm Assault Rifle, CAR-95-1 5.8 mm Light Support Weapon, LIM-85 5.56 mm Light Machine Gun, Type 115 6.5 mm / .50 cal Assault Rifle, Protector 9 mm Sub-Machine Gun, CMR-76 6.5 mm Designated Marksman Rifle, ERCO Optics Vehicles: V-44 X Blackfish VTOL, Y-32 Xi'an VTOL, Prowler LSV, Qilin LSV, KH-3A Fenghuang Drone, MQ-12 Falcon Drone, Caesar BTT Propellor Airplane, MB 4WD Offroad Car, RHIB Boat, Water Scooter Apex Protocol: a 1-4 player co-op campaign with ties to "The East Wind" Much like our previous DLC releases, this expansion features a premium content pack and is supported by a free platform update. Having purchased Arma 3 Apex, you gain unrestricted access to a new terrain packed with new objects, 10 new vehicles, 13 new weapons, a new campaign and . You will also be supporting the continued development of the Arma 3 platform. On behalf of our team and every player out there, we would like to thank you for this! Those who have not quite yet made the call to enlist, can try out the premium vehicles, weapons and character gear in the Virtual Arsenal. So, what exactly has been added in the Arma 3 Apex? The time has come to deploy on a tour of duty to a brand new war zone with the release of <t color='%1'>Arma 3 Apex</t>. We are proud to present a major milestone for the game and the platform it is built upon. Representing the pinnacle of over 15 years of development, we hope you will enjoy one of the most meaningful gaming experiences on a PC! The open reflex ERCO sight is the ideal sighting solution for rifles and carbines and is designed with standard rail mounts in mind. Features medium range optics and a close range collimator to achieve maximal effectivity in combat as an operator. Recommended for all CTRG and NATO forces. Next generation combined helmet developed in China for special military operatives. Shields physical heat and renders the soldier invisible to Thermal Imaging if used with compatible uniform. This helmet combines a protective function with the functionality other soldiers seek via additional equipment, such as night vision. Next generation uniform developed in China to give the operator an edge in combat thanks to its shielding of body heat. If combined with a compatible helmet, the soldier becomes virtually undetectable for thermal imaging technology. Also features basic protection as opposed to usual uniforms but loses some capacity as a result. New generation protective headgear designed originally for the U.S. Army by an external company. It is a modular helmet system designed to give soldier an edge in combat making him stealthy for Thermal Imaging technology when combined with the TI shielding uniform. Mainly used by special forces. Thermal Imaging shielding uniform developed for the U.S. Army by an external company. If combined with a compatible helmet, the soldier is virtually invisible for TI technology Coordinate your movement and actions with your squad. Use the Squad Radar, Line Drawing, improved Voice-Over-Network communications and other improvements to play as a cohesive unit. Form your group on-the-fly, name it as you wish, promote or kick out your teammates and share the same tasks in the multiplayer modes that support it. A combination of clothes and fatigues used by local organized thugs on Tanoa and the surrounding islands. They usually have at least part of the military fatigues and add green and brown colors to be usable also as camouflage if they need to fight. Ghillie suit variant for tropical environment used by NATO forces/Ghillie suit variant for tropical environment used by CSAT forces. Tropical camouflage pattern uniform used by CSAT forces. Features warm green and beige colors to fit in jungle environment. Sporting clothes commonly worn on Tanoa and the surrounding islands. Comfortable, yet durable clothes usually used for sports. A combination of clothes used by local criminals on Tanoa and the surrounding islands. They usually use functional civilian clothes due to low resources and/or connections to obtain better equipment. The PM is a Russian semi-automatic pistol. It became the Soviet Union's standard military and police side arm in 1951 and has been broadly used ever since in post-Soviet countries and places where black market reached from those countries. It is based on the German wartime design utilizing the 9x18 mm cartridge designed by B.V. Semin in 1946. For simplicity and economy, the PM was of straight blowback operation, with the 9x18 mm cartridge being the most powerful cartridge it could safely and practically fire. German wartime forces had rejected this pistol design some years before because of its poor accuracy. Although the nominal calibre was 9.0 mm, the actual bullet was 9.22 mm in diameter, since caliber in Russia is measured between the grooves and not the lands of the rifling. Being shorter and wider, the 9 mm cartridge is thus incompatible with pistols chambered for 9x19 mm cartridges and vice-versa. The SPAR-17 designated marksman rifle is in many ways similar to the SPAR-16. The main difference is the chambering to 7.62 mm which also means a longer, thicker barrel and more weight. Thanks to the more powerful ammunition, the SPAR-17 is most suitable for ranges from 600 to 800 meters. The rifle offers a single and full auto mode and is, like the SPAR-16, compatible with a large number of accessories. The SPAR-16 is a standard issue assault rifle of CTRG units in Pacific, chambered for 5.56 mm ammunition. The gun is a reliable rifle compatible with a large number of accessories. Multiple variants of this rifle exist, each suitable for a different role. The SPAR-16 GL is equipped with an underslung grenade launcher, the SPAR-16S with its thicker barrel and drum magazine works as a light support weapon. A bullpup style assault rifle used by CSAT Pacific forces. It works as a common platform for different weapon types: a standard rifle, GL variant with attached grenade launcher and a light support version with a longer barrel and drum magazine. The CAR-95 uses polymer materials in its construction and fires 5.8x42 mm small-caliber, high-velocity bullets. The AKS-74U was created as an answer for the Soviet need for a fully automatic carbine. The gun is basically a shortened AK-74, which enabled significant production savings. Like the AK-74, this variant is also chambered in 5.45x39 mm, but its compact dimensions make it intended for special forces, vehicle crews, police patrols, etc. However, the lower muzzle velocity makes the AKS-74U effective up to only around 400 meters.. The AKM gas operated assault rifle with a rotating bolt is a modernized version of the old AK-47. Despite the later introduction of the AK-74, it has remained in use in many countries all over the world with more than 10 million units built. Its improvements over the AK-47 made mass manufacturing simpler, but also decreased the weight and increased accuracy of the weapon. At the same time, the gun's exceptional wear and corrosion resistance has been preserved. The AK-12 is a modern assault rifle designed to replace the legendary AK-74 as general issue for the Russian Army. The weapon introduces many improvements over its predecessors: better recoil control, versions suitable for various ammunition, compatibility with several underslung grenade launchers, accessory rails, or better ergonomics. This particular version is chambered in 7.62x39 mm, and thus suited for longer-distance engagements. The Type 115 is a modern multi weapon. It consists of two separate weapons combined into a single unit: a lower semi auto rifle chambered to fire .50 rounds and an upper automatic/semi auto rifle chambered in 6.5 mm. The gun can be modified by attachments to fulfill various roles in battle. Its versatility turns every soldier into a universal threat against both infantry and armored targets. Designated marksman rifle of an Eastern origin. It is a gas operated, semiautomatic rifle of a bullpup construction. The housing is made from polymer. The rifle is chambered in 6.5 mm and therefore is most suited to ranges from 500 to 700 meters. The CMR-76 is missing both the sides and the bottom rails but is by default equipped with a bipod. The RPG-7 is a portable, reusable, unguided, shoulder-launched, anti-tank, rocket-propelled grenade launcher. The ruggedness, simplicity, low cost and effectiveness of the RPG-7 has made it the most widely used anti-armor weapon in the world. Currently, around 40 countries use the weapon and it is manufactured in several variants by nine countries. It is popular with irregular and guerrilla forces. The RPG has been used in almost all conflicts across all continents since the mid-1960s, from the Vietnam War to the early recent conflicts in the Pacific area. The light infantry machine gun 85 is an iteration of a special purpose weapon. Combining a high fire-rate and relatively easy maintenance with high reliability, it was adopted by several armies around the world. It features standard accessory rails and 200-round box 5.56x45 mm magazines. Its weight is 7.1 kilograms which is less than its predecessors. A lightweight, air-cooled, selective fire, delayed blowback operated submachine gun with a roller-delayed bolt. The compact size, accuracy and high rate of fire of the Protector are highly regarded and the gun is used in many variants by numerous military, law enforcement, intelligence and security organizations all around the world. Loading screens... The mining and heavy ship industry have already devastated many areas of the Tanoan paradise archipelago. During the hottest summers, there are many occurrences of native men missing in the jungle. Local tribes claim that huge reptilian creatures can be encountered at the foot of the volcano. The native people have turned many parts of the wild jungle into fertile fields and plantations. Around the Tanoa archipelago, the native people worship a god of fertility and festivity called Darkon. The name of the archipelago comes from the Fijian word tanoa which means a bowl (the main island resembles a large bowl). Once upon a time, there was a living, fire-breathing volcano..."

OMG! Really nice run of Screenshots, looks epic. I think you nearly managed to capture everything the happened. Hopefully cops won, by the looks of it I don't think they did however. In the 5th screenshot from the bottom, I feel like you would have severe difficulty with a Mk200 at that range... Leopard // Cartel Founder

A formal letter has been delivered to the Police department, and various different government officials and all Media outlets throughout Altis. The letter reads. "To whom it may concern, My name is Tobius Chrome, I live in the city of Melbourne, A town so filled with criminals and crime, that any infrastructure that we once had has vanished, Family's are going hungry, Children, are resorting to petty crime and stealing from what few shops remain open, so that they can go to sleep with some food in their stomach. I have included a photo in this letter of my family, now what i have not mentioned is that my children have become addicted to drugs, probably dead by now it has been so long since i saw them last. My wife was taken by a rebel group that comes in to the town in these big vehicles of war, and causes mayhem and menace, at every chance. So now I live in constant fear, as a broken man, seeing my family torn apart by raiders, criminals and thugs. The police presence has not been felt here after the police pulled out during a previous encounter with gangs, leaving us high and dry, I write this in the hope that someone will read this, someone will do something about this. Because we can't survive much longer... Please.. Help us... "

Attorney General's Office 78 Pickadile Way, Brisbane To all whom it may concern; As of this day, The 7th of June 2016 I have called upon the Australian Law Reform Comission (ALRC) to review current police procedures and put forward new suggestions to the Altis Federal Police, Sydney Police Department and the Australian Government. This investigation is a result of the recognition of the extremely high rebel presence and lack of police which has come forth thanks to the letters of an anonymous father presented on the news. Upon scanning reports we have access too at the Atorney General's office we have found an extreme lack of police deployment as well as a very high rate of unpunished crime in Melbourne. It is my strong belief the citizens of Melbourne should be protected to the same standard as the citizens of Sydney and Brisbane, allowing them to live safe normal lives. As such this investigation will collect first hand data on rebel/cartel presence inside Melbourne and formulate policies for review by the Australian Government. In the latter stages of the investigation patrols of Melbourne may be scrutinised to find factors influencing future legislation. In the coming month the ALRC is expected to produce a report detailing lack of civic duty by the police and the illegal activity in Melbourne. The report will focus upon ways to increase safety for civilians whom live in the town yet still provide the Policing staff with safety and power. This report will also include a section outlining and discussing options to improve the situation and the best way to go about it in terms of changing current legislation and policing procedures. Through this investigation both civilian and police assets will be required as we work closely with the Comissioner of the Police. As well as this operations will be undertaken with cooperation of the Australian Health Care System to ensure the wellbeing of our operatives. Data will also be collected by paramedics to hopefully assist those in Melbourne who currently suffer from rebel tyranny and cannot find medical assistance. While this invesigation takes place we ask all civilians to stay calm and if required please contact the Attorney General's office for temporary relocation for your safety. The ALRC will also be looking for numerous witness accounts and victim impact statements. During the ALRCs investigation the Attorney General's office will also be opening a minor investigation into whether the Australian Federal Police have completed their duty or have shown negligence/participated in bribery. Announcements of the staff to lead the investigation are soon to follow; if you believe you are suitable to assist in the invesigation please contact the Attorney General's office with your name, current occupation and specialisation. All pay you would normally receive will be subsidised during the investigation. At this current time we require a lead investigator, a police liazon officer and a civilian movements investigator. General investigative positions are both currently open to Police and Civilians for which we require approximately 3 of each. Thankyou. Jonnathen Water Attorney General

hey guys i was just wondering is there gonna be any attempt at Tanoa life when apex is released. I realize that this might take a bit of time, but i was just interested to know if it's in the works because personally I think it would be great just from screen shots of the map, and the new vehicles and weapons. also it has VTOL's

@TrueBlue

Good things happen to good communities

I don't think SG will do it considering they want to stay unmodded so the map is kinda like a mod either buy it or don't play on the server it just doesnt make any sense for big communites to just transfer to a map that cost $40

Tanoa I&A. if only. vehicle in vehicle transport looks good. hopefully they'll add like a c-130 type thing and airdrop tanks

This was a good fed, Both sides did quite well out of it. Even though Phoenix had to hold FED for about 20 mins after it was over so a cop ( @Jake Reddington ) could come and lock up. Seeing as only three PNX members actually responded I feel like we did okay (even though you got away) Hopefully this makes people want to FED more often. @Flexxxxy @Bluey

I had a great day that day. For people that don't know what we are talking about, I spent the whole day out with the lads, drop in and drop out. I just have to balance those so people don't complain that having fun is ruining the killing people,

one of the new guns coming in Apex Expansion:

3 months i have been on altis life time to give some money away :)) Hello guys, I am doing a competition on whoever can find Greg in the city of Poliakko, Poliakko is located just a few km's south of Weed field. What this event involves basically you have to find Greg himself located inside the city of Poliakko, he may lurk in bushes, he might even be in peach field or he might just be hiding in one of the many houses in Poliakko. This Event i seek to host can be participated in by either commenting on this forum post or liking it so then i can tally up the number for the participants. You can work as a team to find greg or lonewolf it, their will be no bloodshed during the event or use of thermals. What is Required - Bolt Cutters/ Need about 5-10 - You guys This Event will be running 7:30pm AEST Friday 10th of June and you will meet at the church of Poliakko their you will be greeted by a WH associate and will be let off on you're ways to find Greg. Be there or be Square

Great idea "Marko..." "POLO" *Gets shot in head*

The Office of the Commisioner of Police 124 Police Plaza, Sydney, NSW 2000 Dear Tobius, I too have felt the machinations of war turn and twist in Melbourne. The deployment of a police presence in this area is in my planning and in the hearts and minds of all police, we seek to fight this battle. But we are hindered by Politicians, and budgetary concerns, and the overwhelming criminal presence in Sydney. We will look towards your fair city and reach out to you as and where we can but this area has become a haven for people in there heavy vehicles and helicopters, and we are unable to match them for numbers at times. I feel sorrow at your mention of your children. I too have known loss, comrades on the field of battle, and officers that have felt this passion to fight too profoundly, and moved on from our employ into other area's. But we welcome in fresh blood and seek to fight back with a renewed strength and sense of purpose. Battles can be lost, but the War rages on, and each Patrol shift I remind my Officers, Duty, Diligence, Compassion, Patience. Glory and Honour. These things await the patient man, one not ruled by baser instincts and blood lust. We plan to retake Melbourne. I apologize it has fallen, but with your faith and help we will raise it from ashes back to its days of glory. I offer you shelter and solace in our Sydney housing districts, warm clothes and a bed and food. A job in your chosen profession awaits you here. Do not be held there by memories. Live your life. I hope to hear from you. Take me up on my offer. When my SRT is ready and we deploy to take back this City with all our might the ground will shake. And you will get back your homes. Till then, bear with us in these long and trying days. Yours faithfully Spectral APD Commissioner.

Don't forget to bring food and water I can imagine we might be looking for a long time Ready or not here I come! xo

at the wednesday 00:00 restart will enable and at the 18:00 restart will disable. Basically we're looking at enabling a few weapon mods for the off-peak hours of the off-peak (mid-week) days.