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Description
Identification
Unit Name: CRCN Type 76 Class Landing Helicopter Dock
Designation: Landing Helicopter Dock/Amphibious Assault Ship
Affiliation: Celestial Republic of China
General Characteristic
Displacement: 60,000 Tons
Length: 248 m
Beam: 38 m
Speed: 22 knots
Draught: 8.5 m
Decks: 6 below the flight deck
Flight Deck Configuration: Full-length flight deck with ski-jump, 2 Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch Systems (EMALs), 3 aircraft elevators, and no arresting wires as it is designed for VTOL and STOVL aircraft.
Sensors and processing systems: AESA radar systems, Advanced sonar arrays, Electronic support measures (ESM), and Fire control systems
Electronic warfare & decoys: Integrated electronic warfare suite, and Multiple decoy launchers for anti-torpedo and anti-missile defense
Propulsion: Integrated Electric Propulsion system with two nuclear reactors
Vessel Range
Operations Range: 7,000 Nautical Miles
Radar Range: 450 km
Sonar Range: 50 km
Additional Information
Crew: 1,200 personnel
Stealth: No (Tier IV), with some stealth features for reduced radar cross-section
Aircraft Carried: Can host up to 30 aircraft (10x Shenyang J-31 Multirole/Strike Fighter, 10x ZTGCTC FL-71 Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle, 5x Harbin Z-19 Attack Helicopter, 5x Harbin Z-19 Attack Helicopter)
Weapons/Armament: 4x 300mm HWHH-003B Rocket Launcher, 2x 30mm HPJ-17 Naval Automatic Gun, 2x 30mm Type 1130 Surface-to-Air Defense System (Gatling), 2x 30mm Type 1130 Surface-to-Air Defense System (Gatling), 3x HHQ-10 Surface-to-Air Missile Launchers Block II
Produced/Trained In: Celestial Republic of China Naval Shipyards
Tech Level: Tier IX (Incorporating advanced technology and materials, with a focus on multi-role capabilities and modern amphibious warfare)
Numbers of Warships
Completed: 2
Active: 2
Sea Trials: 1
Building: 3
Planned: 6
Info: The CRCN Type 76 Class Landing Helicopter Dock is a testament to the Celestial Republic of China's modern naval capabilities and strategic vision. This formidable amphibious assault ship is designed to project power and ensure dominance in littoral and blue-water environments. The Type 76, with its capacity to house a versatile air wing including 10 Shenyang J-31 Multirole/Strike Fighters and an array of UAVs and helicopters, serves as a mobile and resilient airbase. Armed with state-of-the-art weaponry such as the 300mm HWHH-003B Rocket Launchers, the precise HPJ-17 Naval Automatic Guns, and the formidable Type 1130 Surface-to-Air Defense Systems, this vessel is well-equipped to tackle aerial, surface, and subsurface threats. The inclusion of the advanced HHQ-10 Surface-to-Air Missile Launchers ensures comprehensive air defense coverage, enhancing the survivability of the ship and its escort fleet. The development of the Type 76 Class reflects the CRC's commitment to maintaining a blue-water navy that can operate across the globe. Each vessel within the class is a marvel of modern shipbuilding, incorporating stealth features, advanced command and control systems, and robust defensive measures. Construction of the vessels has been undertaken by the CRC's leading naval shipyards, emphasizing modular construction techniques for efficiency and rapid deployment. The naming convention for the Type 76 Class honors historical figures, significant cities, and provinces within the CRC, encapsulating the pride and heritage of the nation. With six ships planned for the class, the lead ship sets a precedent in design and capability, promising to be a formidable presence in international waters. The first of the class, CRCN Guiyang, has already been commissioned, while her sisterships are in various stages of construction and fitting out. The Guiyang serves not just as a warship but as a diplomatic tool, embodying the CRC's naval aspirations and asserting its influence on the world stage. The entire class is expected to form the backbone of the CRC's amphibious forces, showcasing an impressive blend of firepower, versatility, and technological innovation.
Notes:
Please note that this LHD/AAS is based on the real-life and under-development Type 076 Class Amphibious Assault Ship
The design for this LHD/AAS is based on the CN Type 076 Class Amphibious Assault Ship design seen in Modern Warships: Naval Battle.
Please note that this is currently a work in progress, which means it will be worked on in the near future
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