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China's PLA unveils laser-equipped Type 19 vehicle for Taiwan conflict

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Images circulating on Chinese social media appear to show a new variant of the Type 19 amphibious combat vehicle equipped with a laser weapon and advanced sensors. This modified vehicle, potentially adapted for counter-drone defense, could be a significant asset in a Taiwan conflict, offering protection against drone swarms. Experts note that while the laser system's effectiveness in amphibious operations is yet to be fully determined, its low operating cost makes it an attractive option against drone attacks. AI

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China's PLA unveils laser-equipped Type 19 vehicle for Taiwan conflict

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Gabriel Dominguez ·

    Why PLA’s laser-equipped Type 19 vehicle could matter in a Taiwan conflict

    The People’s Liberation Army may be seeking to give its frontline mechanised units mobile protection against the kind of drone-saturated battlefield that could emerge in a Taiwan conflict. Unverified images posted on mainland Chinese social media on August 29 show a new variant o…

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