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Is the Chinese HQ-9 air defense system less capable than the Russian S-400?

Arab Defense Website November 16, 2024: Last July, it was reported that three out of nine air defense systems had failed. HQ-16 AEwhich Pakistan received in 2019 and is equipped with radars IBIS-150in performing its duties. Malfunctions included inability to detect, lock, operate the combat management system, and even launch missiles.

As for China, it was famous for purchasing Soviet defense systems such as S-300 andS-400before developing updated versions of it. However, the Chinese copies are considered less efficient compared to the original Russian systems. Analysts have indicated that Russia’s lack of interest in imitating China may be because… HQ-9 less capable than S-300PMU or S-400According to Indian media reports.

On the other hand, I mentioned The National Interest The Chinese industry did not face technical problems in the production of air defense systems, as it is considered HQ-9 The main local long-range system. Although the system is similar S-300 In design, including large radars and vertically launched missiles, China has not received Soviet support for its missile development since the Sino-Soviet split in the 1950s.

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