MilitaryLY-80 (CH-SA-16)
Missile Systemconfirmed
The LY-80 (export designation for HQ-16A) is a medium-range surface-to-air missile system designed to intercept various aerial threats, including aircraft, helicopters, and cruise missiles. It is a mobile, all-weather system capable of engaging multiple targets simultaneously.
Specifications
| Type | Missile System |
| Origin | China |
| Manufacturer | China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation (CASIC) |
| Introduced | 2012 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 4,900 km/h |
| Range | 70 km |
| Weight | 0.7 t |
History
Developed by China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation (CASIC) and operational by 2012, it is a key component of China's air defense capabilities.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | 27 | confirmed |
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