J-15T
Type: fighter
Domain: air
Country of Origin: China
Manufacturer: AVIC (Aviation Industry Corporation of China)
Overview
The J-15T is the upgraded catapult-capable variant of China's carrier-based J-15 fighter, designed specifically for EMALS (Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System) operations on the Type 003 Fujian carrier. Unlike the original ski-jump J-15, the J-15T features strengthened nose landing gear for catapult stress, upgraded avionics including an AESA radar, and improved weapons integration for air-to-ground precision strike.
Technical Specifications
| crew | 1 (J-15T) / 2 (J-15D EW) |
|---|---|
| range | 3,500 km ferry / 1,500 km combat |
| engine | 2× WS-10H |
| weight | ~17,500 kg empty |
| ceiling | 20,000 m |
| armament | 30mm cannon, 12 hardpoints, PL-15/PL-10 AAMs, YJ-12K anti-ship missiles |
| max_speed | Mach 2.35 |
Operators
- China
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