PLZ-07 (Type 07) Chinese 122mm Self-Propelled Howitzer (SPH)
PLZ-07
Self-Propelled Howitzer (SPH)
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Basic Information
Name
PLZ-07 (Type 07) Chinese 122mm Self-Propelled Howitzer (SPH)
Designation
PLZ-07
Alternate Designation
PLZ-07; Type 07
Equipment Type
Self-Propelled Howitzer (SPH)
Manufacturer
China North Industries Group Corporation (NORINCO)
Date of Introduction
2009
Description
The PLZ-07 (Type 07) Chinese 122mm Self-Propelled Howitzer (SPH) is a Chinese tracked self-propelled howitzer armored vehicle designed and manufactured by the China North Industries Group Corporation (NORINCO). The PLZ-07 self-propelled howitzer was presented for the first time to the public during the military parade in Beijing for the 60th anniversary of the Chinese army (PLA), 01 October 2009. The PLZ-07 has been in service with PLA (People's Liberation Army), Chinese Army. The PLZ-07 was developed to replace the older 122 mm self-propelled howitzers in service with the People's Liberation Army, which includes the Type 89, Type 85, and Type 70/70-1 system.
Ground Specifications
Crew
5
Mobility Type
Tracked
Main Weapon
122mm howitzer
Engine
Diesel (600 hp)
Active Protection
Automatic Fire Suppression System
NBC Protection
Yes
Max Speed
65.0 km/h
Range
500.0 km
Variants
SH3
Is a forerunner of the PLZ-07. It is a similar 122 mm self-propelled howitzer, which was developed mainly for export. It emerged a couple of years before the PLZ-07. Known operators of the SH3 include Rwanda.
PLZ-07B
Is an amphibious self-propelled howitzer, used by China's marine corps. This artillery system is fully amphibious. It has a boat-like hull for improved floatation and is fitted with a trim vane. Though it uses the same turret as the PLZ-07. On the water, this artillery system is propelled by two waterjets. The PLZ-07B can be launched at sea from amphibious assault ships and swim over short distances to shore.
System
Alternative Designation
PLZ-07; Type 07
Type
Self-propelled howitzer
Family
PLZ-07 Family
Crew
5 ea
Chassis
Modified Chassis of the Type 97 Infantry Fighting Vehicle
Displacement Time
INA
Emplacement Time
INA
Amphibious
No
Note
The PLZ-07 was developed to replace the older 122mm self-propelled howitzer in service with the PLA, which include the Type 89, Type 85, and Type 70/70-1 Systems.
Dimensions
Length
6.66 m
Width
3.28 m
Height
2.5 m
Weight, Combat
24,500 kg
Ground Pressure
INA
Automotive
Engine Name
BF8M1015CP
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Power
600 hp
Cruising Range
500 km
Speed, Maximum Road
65 km/h
Speed, Average Cross
55 km/h
Amphibious
No
Suspension
Torsion Bar
Track Support
Rollers on each side
Gradient
60 %
Side Slope
30 %
Fording Depth
1.0 m
Vertical Step
0.8 m
Trench
2.5 m
Communications
TBR-142
VHF FM Transceiver
Yes, TBR-142(I)
VHF Range
1 to 50 km
Megahertz
40.000 to 59.975 MHz
Output Power
1 to 0.3 Watts
Power
12V Ni-Ca Rechargeable Battery or external 12V DC power source
Dimensions
217x135x58 mm
Weight
2.7 kg
Antennas
3 Total: a 1.3m whip antenna, a 0.3m short antenna, and a 10m wire antenna
Proliferated
Widely with Artillery/Gun/Missile/Reconnaissance/C2 Units
Control Device
TBR-142(II)
Multi-function Field Phone
TBR-142(IIID)
Anti-Aircraft Control Unit
TBR-142(IIIG)
ZXY88-200 C2 Capable
Yes
Messaging
Limited Capability
Amplifier
Available
Physical Conditions Limitations
Terrain and Weather favorable
Main Gun
System
Name
PLZ-07
Type
122 mm
Loader Type
Semi-automatic
Length, Barrel
32 Caliber
Max Rate of Fire
6-8 rds/min
Sustain Rate of Fire
6 rds/min
Time the Max Rate of Fire can be Sustained
INA
Muzzle Brake Type
INA
Max Elevation
+70 deg
Min Elevation
-3 deg
Traverse Range
360 deg
Range Finder Type
Laser
Ammo Compatible
Russia and China
Ammunition (Option 1)
Type
Standard High Explosive (HE)
Caliber
122 mm
Diameter
39.2 mm
Muzzle Velocity
690 m/s
Fuse Type
INA
Maximum Firing Range
18 km
Armor Penetration
Yes, up to 85mm of conventional steel armour
Projectile Weight
14-22 kg
Basic Load
40 Total of any combination of projectiles
Ammunition (Option 2)
Type
Base Bleed
Caliber
122 mm
Diameter
39.2 mm
Muzzle Velocity
730 m/s
Fuse Type
INA
Maximum Firing Range
22 km
Armor Penetration
Yes, up to 85mm of conventional steel armour
Basic Load
40 Total of any combination of projectiles
Ammunition (Option 3)
Type
HE BB Rocket-Assist Projectile Type BEE2
Caliber
122 mm
Diameter
39.2 mm
Muzzle Velocity
INA
Fuse Type
INA
Maximum Firing Range
27 km
Armor Penetration
Yes, up to 85mm of conventional steel armour
Basic Load
40 Total of any combination of projectiles
Vehicle Commander's Weapon System
System
Name
QJC88
Type
12.7mm Anti-Aircraft Machine Gun
Caliber
12.7 x 108 mm
Max Rate of Fire
500-600 rds/min
Time the Max Rate of Fire can be Sustained
INA
Feed System
Belt
Sights
Iron/Optical
Operation
Gas Operated, Open Belt
Traverse
360 deg
Elevation
90 deg
Note
There is no overhead protection for the Gunner.
Ammunition
Type
Type 54 Round
Caliber
12.7 mm
Muzzle Velocity
850 m/s
Effective Range
2.5 km
Armor Penetration
Yes
Basic Load
1,000 (50 Round Belts)
Fire Control
Name
INA
Computerized FCS
Yes
Thermal Sight Vehicle Commander
Yes
Thermal Sight Gunner
Yes
Main Gun Stabilization
INA
Range, Day Sight
INA
Range, Thermal Sight
INA
Protection
Hull Armor
High hardness armor steel, which protections the vehicle from small arms firing and shell splinters.
Turret Armor
High hardness armor steel, which protections the vehicle from small arms firing and shell splinters.
Applique Armor
Yes
Explosive Reactive Armor
INA
Active Protection System
Yes, Automatic Fire Suppression System
Mine Clearing
No
Self-Entrenching Blade
No
NBC Protection
Yes
Smoke Equipment
Yes, two lines of four smoke grenade launchers are mounted to each side of the turret.
IR Signature
INA
Day/Night Driving Vision
Yes
Details
Country of Origin
China
Category
Self-Propelled Gun/Howitzer Artillery Systems
Land > Artillery > Self-Propelled Gun/Howitzer Artillery Systems
Filter Label
P
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
6.66 m
Width
3.28 m
Height
2.5 m
Weight
24500 kg
Operators (1)
China
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