Tactical Ground-to-ground Attack Weapon System
The tactical ground-to-ground attack weapon system comprises state-of-the-art M20 missile, WS-43 loitering attack weapon system and multiple launch rocket system (A series and WS series) with precision guided, simple guided and unguided types. The system features universal platform, diversified kinds of warheads, integration of reconnaissance, attack, control and assessment, and a full range of 20 -290 km for a variety of missions.
WS-43
OVERVIEW
WS-43 loitering rocket is a new concept weapon ammunition. The loitering rocket utilizes networked planning control system and data link system to achieve netting operation, online track planning and other armament coordinated operations. With integrated operation capability of target reconnaissance, control, striking and assessment, it can effectively cope with stationary target, moving target, reverse slope target and time-sensitive target, etc.
MAJOR FEATURES
- Multi-Function: Investigation, Blockade and Attack
- Transparent on Battlefield and Cooperative on Tactics
- Quick Combat Reaction
- Selective Attack on Mobile Target
- Multiple Combat Mode and Agile Combat Operation
SYSTEM COMPOSITION
WS-43 rocket battalion is the basic battle unit, and its organization is designed for independent combat.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Operational Radius | 22-58 km |
| Endurance | ≥ 30 min |
| Loitering Speed | Mach 0.3 |
| Accuracy | CEP ≤ 10 m (Terminal homing guidance) |
| Take-off Mass | 215 kg |
| Length of Rocket | 3,400 mm |
| Wingspan of Rocket | 2,120 mm |
| Guidance Mode | SINS / GNSS + Terminal homing guidance |
| Weight of Warhead | 20 kg |
| Type of Warhead | Blast-fragmentation warhead |
| Loading Quantity | 8 per vehicle |
| Launch Mode | Canister-type oblique launch |