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Type-052 (Luhu)

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Type-052 (Luhu)

The Type 052 (Luhu-class) is a class of guided-missile destroyers built for the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN). It was the first modern multi-role destroyer built by China, incorporating advanced Western systems and a stealthy design.

Specifications

TypeDestroyer
OriginChina
ManufacturerHudong-Zhonghua Shipyard, Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Company (DSIC)
Introduced1994
StatusIn service
Speed57.4 km/h
Range14,000 km
Crew260
Weight4,800 t

History

Constructed by Hudong-Zhonghua Shipyard and Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Company (DSIC) in China and commissioned in 1994, it was the first modern destroyer class built by China.

Operators

CountryQuantityConfidence
China2confirmed

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