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KVD-002 UCAV Strengthens PLAGF's Airborne ISR Capability October 03, 2023 | Janes This report discusses the KVD-002 integrated surveillance unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) recently acquired by the People's Liberation Army Ground Force (PLAGF). The system was first unveiled at the China Helicopter Exposition in September 2023, is the PLAGF's "first integrated surveillance and combat system". The system's manufacturer has still not been identified, however, its similarity to the CH-4 has prompted speculations that it is a product of the China Academy of Aerospace Aerodynamics.
PLA Navy Scoops Up Sonar and Radar Signatures of Foreign Vessels to Fuel Big Data Analysis to Gain an Edge in Intel October 10, 2023 | South China Morning Post According to this article, big data has become the late-mover advantage of the PLA Navy to make up for the lack of real combat experience compared to U.S. Navy. China has recently equipped ships with datalinks so that advanced warships can share the collected data and signatures with older vessels in joint operations.
Chinese J-20 Is Preparing Upgrades - It Will Carry More AAMs October 25, 2023 | Bulgarian Military This article discusses the recent Pentagon's report on China's military capabilities, raising speculation that the concept of manned-unmanned partnerships could extend to controlling autonomous aircraft. The report finds that the People's Liberation Army is exploring the integration of manned and unmanned aerial platforms to enhance future air combat capabilities. Additionally, it is working on improving its J-20 fighter jet, potentially upgrading its air-to-air missile capacity, engine thrust vectoring, and super cruise capabilities.
China Adds New Mengshi-Based Recon Vehicle and Armored Ambulance to its Arsenal October 16, 2023 | Army Recognition This report discusses a 4x4 reconnaissance vehicle and a 6x6 armored ambulance based on the Mengshi platform which have been added to the PLA fleet to enhance its military capabilities.
Chinese Army Unveils MV3 4x4 Anti-Tank Vehicle Armed with HJ10 Missiles October 17, 2023 | Army Recognition This report discusses a picture circulating on social media which shows an anti-tank vehicle equipped with the HJ10 anti-tank missile system. The vehicle is reportedly based on the 4x4 MV3 High-Mobility Vehicle. The new vehicle with its advanced weapon system is expected to boost the capabilities of the PLA.
Thailand Shelves Chinese Submarine Procurement Plan October 23, 2023 | Janes According to this report, Thailand has shelved plans to procure a Chinese S26T-class diesel-electric submarine, but will instead buy a China-made frigate. The submarine purchase has been postponed caused by China's difficulty obtaining the MTU 396 engine from Germany due to European Union sanctions. The report adds that China has proposed the replacement of the MTU 396 engine with the Chinese CHD620 engine. However, Thailand has not accepted the proposal and requires more details about the engine because the engine "has never been used in submarines of any country."
China Debuts Improved Nuclear Powered Cruise Missile Submarine as a Counter to US Naval Power October 17, 2023 | Voice of America The 2023 China Military Power Report confirms that the PLA Navy has fielded the latest version of its Type 093 nuclear attack submarine, the Type 093B, according to VOA. The submarine has verticle launch systems for anti-ship cruise missiles and is expected to serve as a counter to carrier-centered US naval power projection.
PLAAF Conducts Firtst Operational Test on the New Cargo Plane Y-20B October 21, 2023 | X A photo of the Y-20B cargo jet on the tarmac with new engines installed appeared on social media platforms. It is claimed to be up for its first operational test with a new engine and other improvements.
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