LY-1 Chinese Shipborne Laser Directed Energy Weapon
LY-1
Shipborne Laser Directed Energy Weapon
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Basic Information
Name
LY-1 Chinese Shipborne Laser Directed Energy Weapon
Designation
LY-1
Alternate Designation
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Equipment Type
Shipborne Laser Directed Energy Weapon
Manufacturer
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Date of Introduction
2025
Description
The LY-1 is a laser-based directed energy weapon displayed at the Chinese military parade in September 2025. A demonstrator has been operational on a Type 071 amphibious transport dock since August 2024. A bespoke carrier vehicle design was also displayed at the parade. Analysis (Naval News, Sep 2025): The LY-1 is likely a solid state laser weapon in the double digit-kilowatt range. A notional land-based application is possible given the carrier vehicle displayed alongside the shipborne version.
Overview (Deagel)
Group
Local Air Defenses
Status
Active
Origin
China
Initial Operational Capability (IOC)
September 2025
Total Production
?
Details
Country of Origin
China
Category
Special Purpose Ships
Naval > Special Purpose Ships
Sources
deagel.com: https://www.deagel.com/x/x/a004648
Classification
Domain
Naval & Littoral
Equipment Status
Active
Operators (1)
China
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