CSZ-181 Chinese 6x6 Electronic Warfare Vehicle
CSZ-181
Electronic Warfare System
Other
Basic Information
Name
CSZ-181 Chinese 6x6 Electronic Warfare Vehicle
Designation
CSZ-181
Alternate Designation
CSZ-181
Equipment Type
Electronic Warfare System
Manufacturer
Dongfeng
Date of Introduction
2023
Description
The CSZ-181 Chinese 6x6 Electronic Warfare Vehicle has been adapted to serve as an electronic warfare (EW) vehicle for units within the People's Liberation Army (PLA). The vehicles are understood to be used for a range of operations, including deception and reconnaissance, as well as jamming and interception. The vehicles likely operate as part of a system or complex, and these roles are shared across multiple vehicle types.
Ground Specifications
Crew
4
Mobility Type
Wheeled (6x6)
Active Protection
None
NBC Protection
Yes
Max Speed
120.0 km/h
Range
750.0 km
System
Alternative Designation
CSZ-181
Type
Electronic Warfare Vehicle
Configuration
6x6
Manufacturer
Dongfeng Motor Corporation
Crew
4 ea
EW System
Among other things, one of the systems uses two telescopic masts suitable for VHF/UHF/SHF spectrum monitoring and direction-finding, making it capable of communications electronic support measures (ESM). A total of five vehicles were shown in the CCTV 7 report, two of which have been fitted with these masts. It is not entirely clear what EW equipment is part of the system seen on the other three vehicles, but it is possible that this second system may be suitable for radar ESM.
Payload Capacity
4,150 kg
Features
Standard systems are thought to include Beidou navigation software and radios. The standard vehicle has a 24 V electrical system and a self-recovery winch.
Dimensions
Length
6.45 m
Width
2.38 m
Height
2.125 m
Wheelbase
3.6 m +1.2 m
Weight, Standard
6,350 kg
Weight, Combat
10,500 kg
Automotive
Engine Name
The vehicle can be fitted with YC6DV1 or ISDe 300 40 diesel engines. The former is a 177 kW (237 hp at 2,700 rpm) V-type, six-cylinder, water-cooled, turbocharged, intercooled diesel engine. The latter is a 220 kW (295 hp at 2,700 rpm) inline six-cylinder, water-cooled, turbocharged, and intercooled diesel engine. The engines provide 850 Nm of torque with a range of 1,300–2,100 and 1,200–2,000 rpm, respectively. Both engines would be coupled to a six-speed manual transmission featuring high and low ranges, as well as differential locks.
Fuel
The vehicle carries 135 liters of fuel, with a fuel consumption rate of 18 liters per 100 kilometers.
Maximum Range
750 km
Speed, Maximum Road
120 km/h
Speed, Maximum Swim
Not Amphibious
Fording Depth
1.2 m
Angle of Approach
47°
Angle of Departure
40°
Gradient
60%
Side Slope
40%
Vertical Step
450 mm
Trench
700 mm
Protection
Armor
The standard protection of the vehicle is sufficient to withstand small-arms fire including 7.62 mm ammunition fired from a distance of 150 m. A video released by China's CCTV7 channel showed that each area of armor was tested against multiple rounds of ammunition. The glass on the vehicle is also protected, possibly to the same level. Some sources state that a blast plate can be installed beneath the hull, but the vehicle otherwise lacks any mine protection.
Applique Armor
Available
Explosive Reactive Armor
No
Active Protection System
None
Smoke Equipment
INA
NBC Protection
Yes
Details
Country of Origin
China
Category
Land Based Electronic Warfare (EW) Systems
Land > Land Based Electronic Warfare (EW) Systems
Filter Label
C
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
6.45 m
Width
2.38 m
Height
2.13 m
Weight
10500 kg
Operators (1)
China
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