Chengdu Wing Loong-3

Design and development
The prototype of the Wing Loong-3 was unveiled for the first time to the public during the Airshow China exhibition, held in Zhuhai from 8–11 November 2022.

The design of the Wing Loong 3 is similar to the Wing Loong 2 consisting of a monoplane slender fuselage and empennage with a prominent V-tail and ventral fin. The landing gear consists of two main wheels under the fuselage and one single wheel under the nose. The electro-optical payload pod, fitted under the forward section of the fuselage, is integrated with daylight and infrared cameras and sensors to collect surveillance and targeting data in both day and low-light / night conditions.

Specifications
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General characteristics


 * Crew: None (UAV)
 * Length: 12.2 m
 * Wingspan: 24 m
 * Maximum take-off weight: 6,200 kg

Performance


 * Range: ≥10,000 km
 * Payload: 2,000 kg (external hardpoints) + 300 kg (internal bay)
 * Endurance: ≥40 hours

Armament


 * PL-10E air-to-air missile
 * BA-7 anti-tank missile
 * AG-300/M air-to-ground missiles
 * Anti-submarine sonobuoy launcher