J-10CE

J-10CE

Type: Multirole Fighter

Domain: air

Country of Origin: China

Manufacturer: AVIC (Aviation Industry Corporation of China)

First Deployed: 2022

Overview

Pakistan became the first export customer of the Chengdu J-10CE (export variant of J-10C) in 2022, receiving an initial batch of approximately 25 aircraft. The J-10CE features the KLJ-7A active electronically scanned array radar and is equipped with the PL-15 extended-range BVR missile — claimed to exceed 200 km engagement range. It uses the domestic WS-10B turbofan, providing independence from Russian engines. The canard-delta aerodynamic configuration provides excellent agility. Pakistan procured the type as a direct counter to India's Rafale acquisition.

Technical Specifications

Crew1
Type4.5 Generation Light Fighter
RadarNRIET KLJ-10 AESA
Engine1x WS-10C (130 kN AB estimated)
Length16.43 m
Armament1x 23mm cannon; 11 hardpoints; PL-15, PL-10E, CM-400AKG
Wingspan9.75 m
Max SpeedMach 2.0
Combat Radius1,250 km (with drop tanks)
Service Ceiling18,000 m

Operators

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