CASC CH-4 / Wing Loong II UCAV
Type: ucav
Domain: air
Country of Origin: China
Manufacturer: CASC (China Aerospace Science & Technology)
Overview
Chinese armed unmanned combat aerial vehicles providing Saudi Arabia with precision strike capability and domestic production under license. Saudi Arabia procured CH-4 Rainbow and Wing Loong II (reports suggest 300+ total UAVs) with production line established domestically under Vision 2030 localization goals. Features MALE configuration with endurance 30-40+ hours, satellite communications, electro-optical/infrared sensors, and precision-guided munitions including AR-1/Blue Arrow missiles. Extensively combat-proven in Yemen operations conducting strikes against Houthi targets. Indigenous production provides technological independence and supports domestic industry.
Operators
- Saudi Arabia
- China
- UAE
- Egypt
- Algeria
- Jordan
- Pakistan
- Iraq
- Serbia
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