MilitaryType-051C (Luzhou)
Destroyerconfirmed
The Type 051C (Luzhou-class) is a class of guided-missile destroyers built for the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN). It is notable for being the first Chinese destroyer equipped with the Russian S-300F long-range surface-to-air missile system.
Specifications
| Type | Destroyer |
| Origin | China |
| Manufacturer | China Shipbuilding Industry Corporation (CSIC) |
| Introduced | 2006 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 56 km/h |
| Range | 14,000 km |
| Crew | 280 |
| Weight | 7,100 t |
History
Developed by China Shipbuilding Industry Corporation (CSIC) and entering service in 2006, these destroyers were notable for integrating Russian S-300F air defense systems.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| China | 2 | confirmed |
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