PL-21
The PL-21 or PL-XX is an under development active radar-guided beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile by the People's Republic of China.
PL-21
- Name
- PL-21
- Field
- air-to-air missile
- Region
- People's Republic of China
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The PL-21 or PL-XX is an under development active radar-guided beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile by the People's Republic of China.
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• Name — PL-21 • Type — Beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile • Length — 4 m • Is Missile — yes • Is Vehicle — yes • Origin — People's Republic of China • Vehicle Range — 300-400 km • Guidance — Active radar
Development and history
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The PL-21 is estimated to have a range of 300 to 400 kilometers. and powered by a ramjet engine.
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People's Republic of China
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PL-21 is associated with People's Republic of China.
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