China Deploys FK-3000 Anti-Drone System to Counter Aerial Threats . 🇨🇳⚡🇨🇳

China has officially introduced the FK-3000, a state-of-the-art anti-drone system designed to neutralize mass drone attacks. Developed by the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), the FK-3000 was first showcased at the 2022 Zhuhai Air Show and has now been observed during military parade rehearsals. This system addresses the growing threat posed by low-cost, expendable unmanned aircraft, such as Iran’s Shahed drones, which have been widely used in conflicts.

Mounted on a three-axle, all-wheel-drive vehicle with an armored cab, the FK-3000 integrates a 30mm automatic cannon, surface-to-air missiles, and advanced fire-control equipment designed for all-weather operations. The system includes two launch pods, each carrying 12 short-range missiles, enabling it to engage multiple targets simultaneously. Developers claim the system can neutralize aerial threats at ranges from 300 to 12,000 meters. Its modular design allows the platform to be fitted with different missile types, including micro-missiles optimized for counter-drone missions.

The FK-3000 is intended for the protection of critical infrastructure and frontline positions, with its arsenal tailored to the drone threat. Observers note that China’s emphasis on counter-unmanned aerial systems reflects lessons from recent wars, where cheap but lethal drones have inflicted heavy damage on both military and civilian targets.

This development underscores China's commitment to enhancing its defense capabilities in response to evolving aerial threats.

Source: Defence Blog.