SWS2 Chinese 8x8 Self-Propelled Anti-Aircraft System
SWS2
Self-Propelled Anti-Aircraft Gun (SPAAG)
Other
Basic Information
Name
SWS2 Chinese 8x8 Self-Propelled Anti-Aircraft System
Designation
SWS2
Alternate Designation
SWS2; BK1060; LD35
Equipment Type
Self-Propelled Anti-Aircraft Gun (SPAAG)
Manufacturer
NORINCO
Date of Introduction
2016
Description
The SWS2 Chinese 8x8 Self-Propelled Anti-Aircraft System is a combination of a 35mm revolver cannon and a block of four surface-to-air missiles, mounted on a remote-controlled turret that sits atop an 8x8 VN1 armored platform. The System reaction time is quoted as 8 seconds with a high level of automation, and it can also be linked with other air-defense assets.
Ground Specifications
Crew
3
Mobility Type
Wheeled (8x8)
Main Weapon
35 mm revolver cannon
Engine
Diesel (342 hp)
NBC Protection
Yes
Max Speed
100.0 km/h
System
Alternative Designation
SWS2; BK1060; LD35
Type
Self-Propelled Anti-Aircraft System
Manufacturer
Norinco
Configuration
8x8
Crew
3 ea
Mission Systems
The radar sensor package includes a C-band search radar with a maximum range of 20 km and a Ku-band tracking radar with a maximum range of 18 km, although performance would depend on the radar cross-section of the target.
The stabilized sensor package is mounted on the left side on the lower part of the turret, and this is understood to include day/thermal optronics and a laser rangefinder. This would enable targets to be detected and tracked in a high electronic threat environment when the radars would be shut down to avoid being targeted by anti-radiation missiles. According to Norinco, the SWS2 can track and engage two targets simultaneously.
Ancillary Systems
Standard equipment includes an air conditioning system and it is probable that an auxiliary power unit (APU) is fitted to enable the system to operate with the main engine switched off.
Operations and Maintenance
System reaction time is quoted as 8 seconds with a high level of automation, and it can also be linked with other air-defense assets.
Dimensions
Length
8.0 m
Width
3.0 m
Height
INA
Weight
23,000 kg
Ground Clearance
0.450 m
Automotive
Engine Name
BF6M1015CP
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Power
342 hp
Steering
hydraulic power assisted
Maximum Range
INA
Maximum Speed
100 km/h
Main Weapon System
Cannon
Note
The remote-controlled turret is armed with a 35 mm revolver cannon and a pod of four SAMs. Turret traverse is 360° with gun elevation from -2 to 85° while SAM elevation is from -5 to 70°. The revolver cannon has a maximum slant range of 4,000 m and a maximum effective height of 3,000 m with 400 rounds of ammunition being carried. According to Norinco officials, the cannon is designed to fire a Chinese version of the Advanced Hit Efficiency and Destruction (AHEAD) shell, which can be programmed to burst 152 tungsten pellets close to its target.
Surface-to-Air Missile (SAM)
Note
The fire-and-forget infrared (IR) homing SAM system has a maximum lethal slant range of 8,000 m and a minimum lethal slant range of 2,000 m, while minimum and maximum target height for an engagement has been quoted as 10 m and 4,500 m respectively. The missiles are based on the Luoyang TY-90. From the model displayed at Eurosatory 2016, it would appear that SAM reloads are not carried so the system has to depend on resupply vehicles for missile replenishment.
Protection
Armor
The hull and turret are made of all-welded steel armour and provide protection from small arms fire and shell splinters. Banks of electrically operated grenade launchers are mounted either side of the hull.
Applique Armor
Available
NBC Protection
Yes
Smoke Equipment
INA
Details
Country of Origin
China
Category
Land
Land
Filter Label
S
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
8 m
Width
3 m
Height
—
Weight
23000 kg
Operators (1)
China
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