Qing-class submarine explained

The Chinese submarine with the hull number 201 is a Chinese diesel–electric auxiliary submarine. It is used to test systems and technologies, including test launching ballistic missiles (SLBM).[1] 201 is the sole member of its class, designated Type 032 (NATO reporting name: Qing).

History

201 commissioned into the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) in 2012; the previous SLBM testbed, a Golf-class submarine (Type 031), subsequently decommissioned in 2013. It participated in testing the JL-2 SLBM.[1] 201 made the first three JL-3 test launches[2] starting in 2018.[3]

Description

201 resembles an enlarged Type 039A submarine, with bow-mounted retractable diving planes, instead of sail-mounted. The sail is disproportionately long, and extends below the keel like the Golf-class; at least one ballistic missile launch tube is fitted at the rear of the sail. In 2017, the height of the rear sail was increased, likely to support the larger JL-3.[1]

Sources

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Dempsey . Joseph . Boyd . Henry . Beyond JL-2: China's development of a successor SLBM continues . International Institute for Strategic Studies . 7 August 2017 . 7 May 2023.
  2. News: China nuclear missile development steps up a gear with test of weapon capable of hitting US mainland . . January 4, 2020 . https://archive.today/20200109014323/https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3044674/china-nuclear-missile-development-steps-gear-test-weapon . January 9, 2020 . Minnie . Chan.
  3. Web site: Shaikh . Shaan . China Flight Tests New JL-3 SLBM . Missile Threat . Center for Strategic and International Studies . 21 December 2018 . 29 December 2018.

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