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PLA Navy tests stealth-coated YJ-18A anti-ship missile variant

The People's Liberation Army Navy has conducted a test of a YJ-18A anti-ship cruise missile featuring a radar-absorbing stealth coating. This modification is intended to enhance the missile's ability to penetrate advanced air defense systems, marking a qualitative upgrade to China's existing ship-launched strike capabilities.

South China Morning Post2 days agoCNengCredibility 33%View source

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