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China’s new top tier aircraft is the J-15T carrier-based multirole jet fighter with long-range PL-12A missiles and a huge arsenal of guided weapons!
[table equalcells="1" colwidth=""][tr][td][b]J-15T: [/b]A Jet Fighter for China at Rank IX
[/td][/tr][tr][td]At a glance:
Up to 10 PL-12A air-to-air missiles with extended guidance
AESA radar
High performance, speeds exceeding Mach 2
Extensive arsenal of precision-guided weapons
Limited number of countermeasures
[b]Vehicle History[/b]
With the arrival of China’s first aircraft carriers, the J-15 carrier-based fighter occupied a unique niche as a heavy ship-based interceptor. Its main advantages were its large payload and unified flight characteristics with the J-11B family of fighters, simplifying pilot training and enabling the formation of an elite group of carrier-based pilots. Decades of operational experience revealed the need for further improvements, particularly in the context of the new Type 003 aircraft carrier with an electromagnetic catapult.
[p align="justify"]In December 2021, the J-15T was officially unveiled to the public. Its key feature is its ability to operate from both ski-jump carriers and the latest catapult-based carriers. In addition to adapting to new takeoff conditions, the J-15T underwent extensive modernization of its avionics, which also opened the door to the use of more advanced weapons. The J-15T is expected to replace earlier J-15 variants in service by the late 2020s.[/p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/4649813/132343ee67c07754de72c1400ad2818783143032.jpg"][/img]
[b]Introducing the J-15T![/b]
[p align="justify"]A new top-tier jet coming in the Ninth Wave major update is the Chinese J-15T carrier-based multirole fighter, a fast and maneuverable modern aircraft equipped with one of the best active phased array radars in the game and carrying advanced weapons into battle! Let’s check it out![/p][p align="justify"]Externally, the new J-15T resembles the Russian Su-33, which served as the basis for the 15-series fighters, but in many ways it is a completely new aircraft. The heart of the J-15T’s electronics is an advanced active phased array radar with a target recognition system, providing the pilot with maximum tactical situational awareness even at long ranges. Powered by a pair of domestically produced Chinese WS-10B engines, each producing nearly 14,000 kgf of afterburning thrust, the J-15T boasts excellent performance and can reach speeds in excess of Mach 2 at high altitude![/p][img src="https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/4649813/439adefd5f4855cdeb5a891395d7142ffb41177c.jpg"][/img]
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[b]Interesting: [/b]In China, the J-15T is nicknamed Feisha (“Flying Shark”).
The J-15T’s armament is another clear advantage of this new aircraft. Its 12 hardpoints allow you to combine weapons to suit any scenario. For example, for long-range air combat, the J-15T can carry up to 10 PL-12 or new PL-12A missiles with extended guiding time and satellite guidance. When approaching adversaries, it’s best to use PL-8B all-aspect missiles, likely familiar to even the most experienced Chinese pilots.
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The J-15T’s use isn’t limited to air combat. You’ll have access to a vast arsenal of unguided and guided weapons, including KD-88 and KD-88A guided missiles and several types of laser- and satellite-guided bombs, as well as the advanced LS-6 (IR) with an IR seeker. Furthermore, as a carrier-based aircraft, the J-15T can also be armed with anti-ship guided missiles, which is an exotic option for higher-ranking aircraft! The J-15T's forward armament is the 30 mm autocannon with a 150-round ammo count. Its countermeasure launch system is another holdover: 48 large-caliber countermeasures, which may not be sufficient for a sustained engagement, so make sure to make them count.
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[p align="justify"]The J-15T will be available at Rank IX of the Chinese Air Force research tree and will be the most advanced combat aircraft of this in-game nation when the Ninth Wave major update is released. You’ll be able to use this aircraft in combat very soon; we look forward to the release of the major update with you![/p][p align="center"][i]Please note that this vehicle’s characteristics may be changed before it is added to the game.[/i][/p]