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Recap | J-35 Gyrfalcon fighter, J-20 Mighty Dragon jet, DF-41 ICBM: 6 stories on China’s military might

Explore Beijing’s advanced weapons technology, including the J-35 Gyrfalcon and J-20 Mighty Dragon stealth fighters, in some of our latest China military stories

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The Chengdu J-20 stealth fighter jet entered military service in September 2017. Photo: PLA Air Force

1. China’s J-35 Gyrfalcon is PLA stealth powerhouse to rival US F-35 in Taiwan Strait

China’s new stealth fighter jet, the J-35 Gyrfalcon, is set to become the country’s second carrier-based fighter, bolstering its power on the high seas. This advanced aircraft boasts stealth capabilities, advanced manoeuvrability and a versatile payload, making it a formidable addition to China’s military arsenal.

2. Chengdu J-20 Mighty Dragon fighter jet can go up against US F-22 in East China Sea skies

The J-20 Mighty Dragon, China’s answer to the American F-22, is a symbol of the country’s military modernisation. This fifth-generation stealth fighter jet boasts supersonic cruise capabilities, advanced avionics and impressive manoeuvrability, making it a formidable force in the skies.

3. Beijing’s deadliest ICBM, the DF-41, boosts China’s nuclear arsenal with historic test outside airspace

Discover the DF-41 missile’s role in China’s expanding ICBM programme, its advanced capabilities and historical development, highlighting Beijing’s growing nuclear arsenal and recent international missile tests. This fourth-generation missile boasts a longer range and higher warhead capacity, signifying significant advancements in China’s rocket programme.

The PLA video showed the planes flying in formation. Photo: CCTV
The PLA video showed the planes flying in formation. Photo: CCTV
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