Event Brief
China’s J-20 and J-35 rely on long-range missiles
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Sep 04, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET
Summary: The article argues that China’s Chengdu J-20 and Shenyang J-35 stealth fighters carry no internal gun, instead betting on long-range PL-15, PL-17 and PL-21 missiles to defeat US fighters without close-in combat. It contrasts this with the F-22 and F-35 internal cannon armament.
WHO: 19FortyFive
WHAT: Analysis comparing Chinese J-20/J-35 internal armament choices with US F-22/F-35 cannon armament and asserting reliance on long-range PL-15/PL-17/PL-21 missiles.
WHEN: Sep 04, 2026 at 12:16 PM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: The article’s stated rationale is that Chinese designers intend the aircraft to kill American fighters at long range and avoid close-in engagements, making the gun unnecessary.
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