Someone wants to buy China's laser weapon, which just made its debut at the military parade, the first time in the world, and wants to buy it on the spot?
On September 28, a report said that Pakistan expressed interest in China's LY-1 high-energy laser weapon at the Xiangshan Forum in Beijing. Wow, the LY-1 had just made its debut at the military parade, and you want to buy it right away.
The idea is good, but it's probably not realistic.
From technology to operation, from politics to finance, it's unrealistic to buy it immediately.
High-energy lasers are not like traditional weapons that can be used simply by plugging in an interface. They require stable high-power power supply, shipboard or shore-based adaptation modifications, practical verification under sea conditions and weather conditions, and a complete maintenance and training chain.
More importantly, the latest weapons are usually tested and improved for a long time within the country before being exported, and the export versions are often weakened or delayed models.
Even if China is willing to sell, it is highly likely to start with demonstration deployment, limited technology transfer, or trial agreements, rather than directly delivering a fully equipped combat system.
Moreover, for the buyer, purchasing is just the first step, and the real burden lies in the subsequent logistics, modification, and tactical adjustments.
Financially, the cost of purchasing and modifying a laser system is significant, and often requires solutions such as preferential loans or installment payments, which ties military procurement to political and economic levers.
Although Pakistan has a special relationship, it doesn't mean that you can buy anything you want. Moreover, given the foundation of the Pakistani Navy, it would be very difficult to use it on board. If you really want it, you can wait until China has a complete export plan and buy a ready-made one.
Original article: www.toutiao.com/article/1844571851385988/
Statement: This article represents the views of the author himself.