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Hongqi-class cargo ship

Auxiliary Shipconfirmed

The Hongqi-class (as designated by NATO) or Hongqi 081-class cargo ship is a class of auxiliary ship in the People's Republic of China's People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN). Seven entered PLAN service in the 1970s; the same design was also used for civilian ships. The ships are used to support offshore garrison and may transport personnel as well.

Specifications

TypeAuxiliary Ship
Introduced1970
StatusIn service
Length62 m
Speed14 kn
Range2,500 nmi
Crew35
Displacement1,981 t
Main armament2 x twin 25mm/80 guns

Operators

CountryQuantityConfidence
China—confirmed

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