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China has upgraded UAV Cai Hong 4

China is another success in the creation of military drones. As the portal janes.com, China Academy of Aerospace Aerodynamics (problem) has tested the updated version of the drone Cai Hong 4.

Китай модернизировал БПЛА Cai Hong 4

Drones Cai Hong 4 (SN-4, "Rainbow 4") Academy made CAAA, which is part of the state corporation CASC. Drones began to come into service in the PLA Air Force 2013 year. "Rainbow-4" produced in two versions - CH exist reconnaissance unit 4A with the duration of the flight to 30 hours and reconnaissance percussion CH-4B, able to carry up to 350 kg payload on four nodes external suspension.

In late January, CAAA has tested a new version of the drone, known as CH-4C. The developers did not disclose the specifications of the new modification, however it is known, The new UAV will have a higher load capacity and equipped with a powerful electric generator. Besides, CH-4C will receive the updated data processing system and advanced electronic architecture.

CH-4C will be able to work in adverse weather conditions and is compatible with the new 100-kg laser-guided bombs. Also, a new version will be equipped with improved intelligence modules and can carry signals intelligence unit.

Cai Hong 4 considered analogs of US drone General Atomics MQ-9 Reaper. Span "Rainbow-4" wing is 18 m, maximum take-off weight (for the first two modifications) — 1,3 t. According to unofficial data, These drones are already exported to Egypt, Iraq and Saudi Arabia, transfers “Warspot”.

used photos: janes.com

                          
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