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Enhanced H-6J Bomber Boosts Maritime Strike and Surveillance

1/21/2026

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The H-6J maritime strike bomber has improved long-range strike capabilities and supports maritime surveillance.
Cai Suliang, a member of a People's Liberation Army bomber formation, noted the H-6J includes reconnaissance pods that improve maritime target detection.
The H-6J, a naval variant of the H-6K, is designed for anti-ship operations and has practiced in the South China Sea.

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Story summary

The H-6J maritime strike bomber has improved long-range strike capabilities and supports maritime surveillance.
Cai Suliang, a member of a People's Liberation Army bomber formation, noted the H-6J includes reconnaissance pods that improve maritime target detection.
The H-6J, a naval variant of the H-6K, is designed for anti-ship operations and has practiced in the South China Sea.