CM-501G

Last updated

CM-501G
CM-501GA ASM Army-2022 2022-08-20 2264.jpg
CM-501GA
Type anti-ship / anti-tank / air-to-surface missiles
Place of originChina
Service history
In service2010s to present
Used byChina
Production history
ManufacturerChina Aerospace Science & Industry Corporation
Unit costdepends on models
ProducedMid 2000 to present
Specifications
Mass≈ 150 kg
Warhead40 kg high explosive
Detonation
mechanism
Impact / Proximity / Semi-armor-piercing

Enginerocket
Propellantsolid fuel
Operational
range
>70 km
Maximum speed Mach > 1
Guidance
system
Satellite/INS, IIR, SAL
Launch
platform
Naval, aerial and land based.

CM501G is a Chinese land attack missile first revealed during the 9th Zhuhai Airshow held in November 2012. [1] Developed by China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation (CASIC), CM-501G is also available in air and ship launched versions upon customers' requests, but only the land-based version made its public debut at the airshow.

Contents

International comparisons

The CM-501G missile has been said by many Chinese internet sources as the Chinese equivalent of the American NLOS-LS Netfires missile or the Israeli JUMPER missile, but the Chinese missile is much larger than the two western counterparts: in comparison to the 50 to 60 kg weight of western missiles, CM-501G weighs around 150 kg, almost three times the weight of Netfires or JUMPER missiles. The >70 km range of the CM-501G is equal to that of the Netfires missile, and is longer than the 50 km range of the JUMPER missile and the warhead of CM-501G is around 40 kg.

Guidance options

CM-501G also has more guidance options such as Satellite/INS, imaging infrared (IIR), semi-active laser homing (SAL) and in-flight updates for re-targeting if needed. The developer has claimed that the open architecture and modular design concept made the CM-501G system versatile enough to meet different financial constraints customers face by selecting different guidance systems: when budgetary constraints limit the funding, the two way data link and IIR can be replaced by cheaper SAL, and satellite guidance can be any of GPS, GLONASS, or BeiDou. [2]

Launch and command vehicles

The basic CM-501G system consists of two vehicles both based on a Shaanxi Automobile Group SX2190 6 x 6 cross-country heavy-duty truck. For the launching vehicle, two launchers/containers each consisting of 9 missiles in 3 x 3 arrangement are mounted in the rear, totaling 18. This is more than the 15 of Netfires but less than the 24 of JUMPER. The command vehicle can use other chassis, such as Dongfeng EQ2050. When a human operator is in the loop for re-targeting after receiving the update via a two-way data link, this task is completed in the command vehicle. [3] One of the improvement programs of CM-501G is to have the command vehicle integrated with the launching vehicle, so all tasks could be in a single vehicle. Another improvement program currently underway is the addition of re-targeting capability by forward observers. [4]

Variant

CM-501G
None-line-of-sight anti-tank missile. Land-based with 70km range. Four folding control stabilizing fins.
CM-501GA
None-line-of-sight anti-tank missile. Lighter version mounted on light vehicles, small ships, and helicopters with 40km range. Four folding rectangle control fins. [5] [6] [7]
CM-501XA (CM-501X)
Loitering Munition. The suicide drone will stand by in the air after launch, and can engage multiple enemy target autonomously, Control range is 70km while operational time is 30 minutes. [8]
CM-502V (CM-502)
None-line-of-sight multipurpose missile. Light version of CM-501GA with 25km range. Four folding rectangle control fins. [9]
CM-502KG
Light multipurpose air-to-surface missile. Debuted at the 9th Zhuhai Airshow in November 2012. Improved version of AR-1 UCAV missile. CM-502KG has an 11-kg warhead similar in size to that of the AR-1, but its maximum range is more than twice that of AR-1, up to 25 km. Four chopped control fins. [10]
CM-506KG
Air-to-surface guided bomb. It weighs 150 kg (330 lb) and has a maximum range of 130 km (70 nmi). The default guidance mode is inertial navigation and satellite guidance. Optional seeker head include TV guidance, IR, millimeter wave radar, and laser designation. [11]

See also

Related Research Articles

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Dongfeng (missile)</span> Peoples Republic of Chinas Intercontinental Ballistic Missile

The Dongfeng series, typically abbreviated as "DF missiles", are a family of short, medium, intermediate-range and intercontinental ballistic missiles operated by the Chinese People's Liberation Army Rocket Force.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Python (missile)</span> Israeli short-range air-to-air missile

The Rafael Python (פיתון) is a family of air-to-air missiles (AAMs) built by the Israeli weapons manufacturer Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, formerly RAFAEL Armament Development Authority. Originally starting with the Shafrir series, the Shafrir-1 missile was developed in 1959, followed by the Shafrir-2 in early 1970s. Subsequently, the missiles were given the western name of "Python" by the parent company for export purposes, starting with the Python-3 in 1978. Since then, it has been further developed and evolved into the Python-4, Python-5, Derby and also, the SPYDER, an advanced ground-based air-defence system. Currently, the missiles are in service with the armed forces of over fifteen countries from around the world.

Blue Water was a British battlefield nuclear missile of the early 1960s, intended to replace the MGM-5 Corporal, which was becoming obsolete. With roughly the same role and range as Corporal, the solid-fuel Blue Water was far simpler to use and would be significantly easier to support in the field. It was seen as a replacement for Corporal both in the UK as well as other NATO operators, notably Germany and possibly Turkey.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Mokopa</span> South African air-to-surface missile

The ZT-6 Mokopa is a South African air-to-ground anti-tank guided missile. As of 2005, it is in its final stages of development, and is being integrated onto the South African Air Force's Rooivalk attack helicopters. The missile is produced by Denel Dynamics, formerly Kentron. The current version uses semi-active laser (SAL) guidance, requiring the target to be illuminated by a laser designator either on the launch platform or elsewhere; though there are alternative guidance packages available including a millimetre-wave radar (MMW) seeker and a two-colour imaging infrared (IIR) seeker.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">9M123 Khrizantema</span> Anti-tank guided missile

The 9M123 Khrizantema is a Russian anti-tank guided missile (ATGM). Khrizantema was designed to deal with current and future generations of main battle tanks and can also be used to engage slow and low flying aerial targets like helicopters. The 9M123 missile, and its associated guidance system, forms the 9K123 missile system.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">9K121 Vikhr</span> Soviet/Russian air-to-surface missile

The 9K121 Vikhr is a Soviet laser-beam-riding anti-tank missile. "9K121" is the GRAU designation for the missile system. The missile can be launched from warships, Ka-50 and Ka-52 helicopters, and Su-25T aircraft, and has a range of approximately 10km. It was first shown publicly at the 1992 Farnborough Airshow.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">XM501 Non-Line-of-Sight Launch System</span> Missile launch system

The Non-Line of Sight Launch System (NLOS-LS) was a self-contained missile launcher system that was under development by NETFIRES LLC, a partnership between Lockheed Martin and Raytheon. Each Container Launch Unit (CLU) holds 15 missiles, and a self-locating networked communications system. CLUs can be linked for coordinated launching, with the missiles fired and controlled remotely via autonomous vertical launch. The weapon is roughly 2 metres tall.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Weishi rockets</span> Chinese long-range multiple launch rocket systems

The Weishi family of multiple rocket launcher systems were mainly developed by Sichuan Academy of Aerospace Technology in the central province of Sichuan, China at Chengdu city. The systems include the 302 mm (11.9 in) WS-1, the improved 302 mm (11.9 in) WS-1B, the 122 mm (4.8 in) WS-1E, the 400 mm (16 in) WS-2, as well as many other models. The WS-1 series weapon system did not enter PLA service and has order from Thailand. The WS-2 may finally see PLA service in the future. It's worth noticing that although sharing the same name, there are other developers for different models of Weishi series multiple rocket launchers (MRL) other than the primary developer SCAIC.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">C-704</span> Anti-ship / air-to-surface

The C-704 is a Chinese anti-ship missile. The missile was developed by the third research institute of the Chinese Aerospace Group, also the manufacturer of the C-701.

The TL-6 or Sky Dragon - 6 is a light anti-ship missile.

The TL-10 or Sky Dragon (天龙) - 10 is a light anti-ship missile unveiled in the Zhuhai Airshow in 2004 in China, and it is the Chinese equivalent of the French MM-15TT / AS-15TT light anti-ship missile developed by Aérospatiale.

TY-90 is a Chinese air-to-air missile specifically developed for attack helicopter dogfights. Contrary to erroneous claims, the missile is not developed from MANPADS missiles, but instead, it is specifically designed as an air-to-air missile to engage in helicopter combat.

The B-611 is a Chinese solid-fuelled short-range ballistic missile (SRBM) developed by China Precision Machinery Import-Export Corporation (CPMIEC). The missile has a maximum range of 150–400 km (93–249 mi).

<span class="mw-page-title-main">HQ-17</span> Surface-to-air missile

The HQ-17 is an all-weather, low to medium altitude, short-range surface-to-air missile system derived from the Tor-M1.

The Chaoxun-1 (CX-1) is a Chinese-built supersonic anti-ship missile and cruise missile. The missile was first displayed at the 10th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition, held November 2014 in Zhuhai, China.

HQ-11, export designation FM-3000, is a mobile short-to-medium range combined air defense missile and gun system designed for terminal air defense. Designated as the "universal terminal defence system" in Zhuhai Airshow 2022, unveiled by China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation (CASIC). The export version, FM-3000, was unveiled by CASIC in 2014.

FB-10 is a mobile light air defense missile system developed by China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation for the export market. Unveiled at the 2016 Zhuhai Airshow, it features a 6x6 TEL with a phased array radar, optical sensor, and eight missile tubes. The engagement range is 10 kilometers, and the engagement altitude is from 15 to 5,000 meters. According to Chinese sources, FB-10 missiles is similar to the HQ-10 rolling airframe missile system with infrared/radar dual mode hybrid guidance system.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">CS/VP4 ATV</span> Lightweight all-terrain vehicle

Lynx is a series of lightweight all-terrain vehicle with 8x8, 6x6, or 4x4 all wheel drive. The vehicle is amphibious and capable of center-turning. Militarized version were observed in 2008 with reinforced chassis, weapon mounts, storage space and roll cage. The vehicle has different layout for different mission set, including troop transport, logistics, heavy weapon platform, reconnaissance, air defense, engineering service, or medical evacuation. During airborne, quick reaction and special forces operations this vehicle can be launched by tactical airlift or transport helicopters, or helicopter sling load.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">CAIG Wing Loong II</span> Chinese military UAV

The Chengdu GJ-2, also known as Wing Loong 2, is an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) capable of remotely controlled or autonomous flight developed by the Chengdu Aircraft Industry Group in the People's Republic of China. Intended for use as a surveillance and aerial reconnaissance and precision strike platform, Chengdu unveiled the concept of Wing Loong II at the Aviation Expo China in Beijing in September 2015. Wing Loong II has long range strike capability with a satellite link.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Chengdu Wing Loong-3</span> Unmanned aerial vehicle

The Chengdu Wing Loong-3 is a Medium-Altitude Long-Endurance (MALE) unmanned aerial combat vehicle (UCAV), developed by the Chengdu Aircraft Industry Group in the People's Republic of China. Intended for use as a multi-purpose platform, including anti-air, anti-submarine warfare (ASW), ground strike, maritime strike, search and rescue, and surveillance and aerial reconnaissance capabilities which can fly a maximum range of 10,000 km at medium altitude with a maximum take-off weight of 6,200 kg. Wing Loong-3 is by far the largest and first air-to-air capable model of the Wing Loong family

References

  1. CM501G debut
  2. CM-501G guidance
  3. "CM-501G missile". Archived from the original on February 21, 2013. Retrieved January 13, 2013.
  4. "CM501G多用途战术导弹将改变陆军火力支援模式_新闻_腾讯网". news.qq.com (in Simplified Chinese). Retrieved February 4, 2019.
  5. Eshel, Noam (November 14, 2014). "Airshow China 2014 Photo Report - Strike Weapons". Defense Update. Retrieved February 4, 2019.
  6. "New Precision Strike Missile System Appears at Airshow China 2018". www.armyrecognition.com. Retrieved February 4, 2019.
  7. "An Assessment of China's Missile Systems at the 12th Zhuhai Airshow". Game Spotting Networks. December 4, 2018. Archived from the original on December 9, 2018. Retrieved February 4, 2019.
  8. "ew precision strike missile system appears at AirShow China 2018". armyrecognition.
  9. "国产武直两款新弹亮相?25km射程堪称国产长钉,体积大只能双联装". NetEase News. June 30, 2022.
  10. "CM-502KG". Archived from the original on May 13, 2014. Retrieved March 3, 2018.
  11. "Morocco, CASIC, and missiles talks". Tactical Report. November 25, 2022.