DESCRIPCIÓN DEL SISTEMA
The H-6N is an upgraded variant of the H-6 bomber (derived from the Soviet Tu-16) specifically modified to carry and air-launch the DF-21D carrier-killer ballistic missile and other air-launched ballistic missiles. It features in-flight refueling capability (a first for Chinese bombers), an enlarged belly recess replacing the bomb bay for the missile, and modernized avionics. The H-6N extends China's nuclear delivery options and carrier strike threat.
VER TAMAÑO COMPLETO
H-6N - AVIC (Aviation Industry Corporation of China)
VENTAJAS
- Can air-launch DF-21D anti-ship ballistic missile threatening carriers
- In-flight refueling extends range to reach distant targets
- Nuclear-capable providing strategic deterrence
- Lower cost than developing entirely new aircraft
- Provides China's first nuclear air-launched ballistic missile capability
DESVENTAJAS
- Aging Tu-16 derived airframe limits performance ceiling
- Subsonic speed and large RCS makes it vulnerable to modern air defenses
- Requires fighter escort in contested environments
- Limited payload compared to modern strategic bombers
ESPECIFICACIONES TÉCNICAS
CREW4-6
RANGE6,000 Km Unrefueled / Extended With IFR
ENGINE2× WS-18 Turbofan
CEILING13,000 M
ARMAMENT1× DF-21D ALBM Under Fuselage, CJ-20 Air-Launched Cruise Missiles On Wing Pylons
MAX SPEEDMach 0.9
IN FLIGHT REFUELINGYes (Probe)
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