**Breaking News: China’s Xian H-6 Bomber Specifications Revealed Amid Rising Tensions**
In a startling development, detailed specifications of China’s Xian H-6 strategic bomber have emerged, highlighting its formidable capabilities as regional tensions escalate. First taking to the skies in 1959 and officially introduced in 1969, the H-6 has become a cornerstone of China’s aerial might, with over 231 units manufactured.
The H-6, manned by a crew of four, measures an impressive 34.8 meters in length and boasts a wingspan of 33 meters. With a height of 10.36 meters, this aircraft commands attention on the tarmac. It has an empty weight of 37,200 kilograms and a maximum takeoff weight of 95,000 kilograms, powered by two potent Soloviev D-30KP2 turbofan engines, each generating 118 kilonewtons of thrust.
Speed is a critical factor in modern warfare, and the H-6 does not disappoint, reaching a maximum velocity of Mach 0.85 (1,050 km/h) and a combat range of 1,800 kilometers. Its operational ceiling of 12,800 meters (42,000 feet) allows it to evade many ground-based defenses, making it a significant threat in any confrontation.
Equipped with an arsenal of advanced weaponry, including the KD-88 anti-ship missile and various other missiles like the YJ-100 and CJ-10, the H-6 is designed for both air-to-surface and anti-ship missions. The presence of the DF-21D anti-ship ballistic missile further underscores its role as a deterrent in the South China Sea, where tensions with neighboring nations are at an all-time high.
As military analysts scrutinize these specifications, the implications for regional security are profound. The Xian H-6 stands ready to assert China’s influence, raising alarms among global powers. Stay tuned as this story develops, with the potential for immediate geopolitical ramifications.
