In the military arena of today's world, the comparison of air power has always been a focus for countries. Recent military analysis data show that China's H-6K force has risen to become the second-largest air-launched cruise missile strike force in the world, with its striking capability far exceeding that of the Russian Air Force. This news has caused widespread discussion among military enthusiasts like a bombshell.
Let us first take a look at the situation of the Russian Air Force. The Russian Air Force once had an impressive strategic bomber fleet, including 16 Tu-160 "White Swan" and 35 Tu-95MS "Bear" strategic bombers, and could launch two conventional cruise missiles, the X-555 and X-101. However, the Ukraine-Russia war became a "watershed" for the Russian Air Force's strategic bomber fleet.
On June 1st, Ukraine launched a drone attack on four strategic bomber airbases in Russia, which was likened to a "Pearl Harbor" event for Russia. It destroyed nearly one-third of the Russian Air Force's long-range aviation forces, causing a heavy blow to the Russian Air Force, losing several bombers, and the strategic bombing capacity was somewhat stretched thin.
Now, the remaining number of strategic bombers in Russia is difficult to support large-scale cruise missile attack operations. Its performance in the Ukraine war has been less than satisfactory, with very few sorties, giving the impression of "just showing up." To be honest, Russia has already lost the ability to build advanced strategic bombers on its own. On one hand, it is due to the war leading to the compression of new project funding, and on the other hand, it is because of the noticeable decline in scientific research and technological level.
By contrast, the Chinese Air Force is developing rapidly. In the field of bomber air-launched long-range cruise missile strikes, the Russian Air Force's strength is now far behind ours. The most advanced H-6N bomber of China is at least two generations ahead of the Tu-95 and Tu-160 in terms of avionics and weapon systems.
Currently, the Chinese Air Force has more than 100 H-6K bombers, which is already a massive air strike force. In addition, there are a dozen of the latest H-6N and a dozen of the naval H-6J. These advanced aircraft can launch AKD-20 long-range air-launched cruise missiles as well as high-speed air-launched missiles with strong deterrence. According to military experts, in the initial stages of a conflict, the Chinese Air Force can deploy thousands of air-launched cruise missiles with these advanced equipment. Such a powerful strike force not only far exceeds Russia but is also second only to the United States globally.
The H-6K has become a "star fighter" in the Chinese Air Force since its deployment. With a longer range, larger payload, stronger penetration capability, and precise strike capability. Its flight path spans mountains and oceans, from crossing the Bashi Channel to break through the First Island Chain, to combat cruising over the Huangyan Island in the South China Sea. Each operation demonstrates the strength and confidence of the Chinese Air Force. The H-6N, as the latest member of the H-6 family, has nuclear strike capabilities and also has the ability to refuel in mid-air, greatly expanding its operational radius, enabling it to carry out more remote strike missions, and serving as an important embodiment of the Chinese Air Force's strategic strike capabilities. The H-6J missile bomber, with its outstanding anti-ship capabilities, has become an important force in safeguarding China's maritime borders, capable of carrying multiple supersonic anti-ship missiles, posing a significant threat to enemy ships.
The rise of the Chinese H-6K force is the result of years of relentless effort and innovative development by China's defense industry. Every link, from aircraft design and manufacturing to missile weapon development, embodies the efforts of Chinese researchers and defense enterprises. At the same time, it reflects the firm determination and significant achievements of the Chinese Air Force in the process of strategic transformation, from a national territory air defense type to a combined offensive and defensive type. The Chinese Air Force is gradually moving towards a broader sky, safeguarding the country's sovereignty and security.
War enthusiasts may rush in and recite the "incantation" without thinking: China has no real combat! However, the strength of military power is not merely tested by real combat. The Chinese Air Force has always adhered to a practical combat orientation in daily training, constantly challenging limits and breaking through self. From flight training under complex weather conditions, to long-range sea training across regions, and joint exercises with other military branches, each training session is a refinement of combat capability.
Looking ahead, with the continuous advancement of science and technology and the sustained increase in national defense investment, the H-6K force of the Chinese Air Force will continue to grow and develop, and its combat capabilities will further improve. In the journey of maintaining the country's sovereignty, security, and development interests, the H-6K force of the Chinese Air Force will play an even more important role, becoming a solid shield for guarding the blue sky of the motherland and an important force for safeguarding world peace. Let us wait and see, witnessing the more glorious tomorrow of the Chinese Air Force!
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