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China Confirms Launch of First Type 054B Frigate September 05, 2023 | Janes China has launched the Type-054B frigate, seen as a successor to the Type-054A frigate, to address its security needs. Using satellite imagery, the Type-054B frigate is believed to have a length of 147 meters, a beam of 18 meters, and a displacement of 6,000 tonnes. For comparison, the Type-054A frigate has a length of 134 meters, a beam of 16 meters and a displacement of 3,500 tonnes. The Type-054B frigate also has a larger aviation deck and hangar compared to the Type-054A.
China Showcases Equivalent to US Javelin Anti-Tank Guided Missile Known as HJ-12 September 08, 2023 | Army Recognition This report discusses the HJ-12, China's version of the U.S. Javelin anti-tank guided missile. The HJ-12, also called Red Arrow-12, has a 135mm diameter which gives it the potential to carry a heavier payload and cause greater damage than the Javelin which has a diameter of 114mm. The HJ-12 has "lock-on before launch" and "fire and forget" capabilities which enhances its accuracy and efficiency.
Alleged Leak Indicates Capabilities of China's New 140 mm Armor-piercing Shells September 05, 2023 | X This article reports that there has been another alleged leak of the penetrator rod of China's 140 mm caliber armor-piercing fin-stabalized discarding sabot (APFSDS) tank shell circulating on social media and video game forums. The leak includes a detailed "status card" and a photo of the shell comparing key parameters with its 120 mm NATO counterpart produced by Rheinmetal and, allegedly, greatly surpasses the latter.
China Tested a Rotating Detonation Engine on a Su-34 Scale Model September 22, 2023 | Bulgarian Military This report claims that China is making progress in the development of a rotating detonation engine (RDE) and has tested the engine on a Su-34 test aircraft. The report had no information on whether the test was successful or met the minimum requirements.
China's 1st Unmanned Recon & Strike Aircraft - KVD002 - Likely Engaged In Military Exercises Near Taiwan September 23, 2023 | Eurasian Times The PLA Ground Force has reportedly unveiled its first unmanned reconnaissance and strile aircraft known as KVD002. The UAV is believed to have been involved in exercises and patrols around Taiwan. The UAV was unveiled at the 6th China Helicopter Exposition in Tianjin. The UAV is reportedly similar to the CH-4 but it's developer has not been revealed.
China Announces Breakthrough in Battery Technology that Could Enable High Energy Weaponry September 19, 2023 | South China Morning Post China recently announced the successful development of 40165 lithium battery, enhancing its electric car industry.The battery can fully discharge in just 12 to 36 seconds and fully recharge in 3 minutes and has the potential for applications in the field of high energy weaponry.
China's Private Space Firm Successfully Conducts Ground Test on Methane-powered Rocket September 27, 2023 | Weibo i-Space, a Chinese private space firm, announced through its official Chinese social media Weibo account that the company has conducted a successful static ignition test of its oxygen-methane rocket engine. It was the first system-wide test and the results met the design requirements.
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