So, as of the latest Dev update ( 08 / September / 2025 ) , the JAGM-MR missile was split into two variants: JAGM-MR(IR) and JAGM-MR(SAL) (SAL=Laser Only).
The JAGM-MR(IR) is understandably limited to only 8. Gaijin has said they will not add any more.
A new topic arises due do the JAGM-MR(SAL): Would allowing for a 16x JAGM-MR(SAL) be a balance issue?
They are still JAGM-MRs however they have the glaring issue of being laser only. At around 10KM they take around 60 seconds to reach a ground target, time in which they might drift who knows where due to the INS.
Attempting to use the laser is also very dangerous. I’ve personally had many instances where using the laser forced me to climb to 200 meters or more, which is well within the SPAA Danger-zone.
I am aware that some might consider this setup overpowered , and it is , somewhat powerful , but the Laser JAGM-MRs have the previously mentioned drawbacks, and with the swarm of Modern SPAAs that exist in the game, a lot of shots are going to be intercepted well before they reach their target.
For all the reasons mentioned above, would like for the developers to consider allowing the usage of JAGM-MR(SAL) on the outer pylons.
Feel free to share your opinions , and lets all try not to get too mean.
Do you want to see a 16x JAGM-MR(SAL) Loadout in-game?
- Yes
- No
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Do you want to keep the same 8xJAGM-MR(SAL) limit, but have them moved to the outer pylons?
- Yes - Move the SAL missiles to the outer pylons.
- No - Keep them as they are right now.
- Already voted yes in the previous poll.
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Edit: I am well aware the developers dont want 16 JAGM-MRs , however this topic can serve as a show of public opinion for whenever they decide the AH-64E needs a refreshment. As long as the limit on the other helicopter exist, the AH-64E should NEVER have 16 FnF missiles.
8 FnF and 8 Still tied to the Laser might not be as powerful as they think.