Chapter 511 Sea Trial No. 138

Sergey decided to sell the A-50 body at a low price based on his intention to purchase the next forty transport aircraft. However, for Qin Tao, it was just an excuse. Qin Tao had no intention of selling it at all. Plan to continue purchasing.

 Mr. Lin was very curious about this.

“Mr. Lin, if we order an aircraft carrier from the Black Sea Shipyard now, can they produce it?” Qin Tao asked.

"Of course it's impossible. After the collapse of the Red Empire, the production system has been disrupted, and many supporting factories have closed down, or in other countries, it is very difficult for them to coordinate. It can be said that it is basically impossible."

After Mr. Lin finished speaking, he suddenly came to his senses: "Are you saying that the same is true for aviation companies? Even if the Chkalov Aircraft Factory wants to produce, it will be difficult due to supporting problems?"

Qin Tao nodded: "Yes, Mr. Lin, the best option for the Ilyushin Design Bureau is to produce their IL-76 at the domestic factory that originally produced Antonov aircraft. However, this is also difficult. As for It is simply impossible for the Chkalov Aircraft Factory to continue production. If it really places an order, it will be like Asan purchasing Lao Maozi's aircraft carrier."

This is already the third price increase, right? Ah San still has to bite the bullet and admit it, otherwise all the previous investment will be in vain!

 If we order some IL-476 from the Ilyushin Design Bureau, I am afraid it will end up like this. The price will be increased repeatedly, and the final price will be two or three times more expensive.

“But we need this kind of strategic transport aircraft.” Mr. Lin said.

"There are two ways. First, you can rent or buy second-hand goods from Da Mao, and secondly, do your own research." Qin Tao said: "It is better to rely on yourself than to rely on people. We must have our own large transport aircraft. Both the Air Force and Navy need it. The islands to our south also need transport aircraft to transport supplies."

Mr. Lin nodded: "Yes, you have to research it yourself. This is another huge investment!"

“If we don’t have the capability now, it will be a few years later, but self-research is necessary. Our early warning aircraft, tankers, electronic warfare aircraft, etc. all need a large aircraft as a platform.”

After fooling Mr. Lin again, this trip was successfully concluded. After returning to China, Qin Tao did not even go to find his father-in-law, but returned to Mingzhou directly. If he went, he would probably have a lot of things to do. Looking at him.

 The time is already February, the twentieth of the twelfth lunar month.

The Mingzhou Shipyard is still very busy. Most people don’t even remember what the Spring Festival is. For them, finishing the work at hand is the most important thing.

The first ship of No. 056 is being outfitted, and the second ship of No. 054 has been launched. However, these are not the most important. At this time, the No. 138 that is being renovated in the Shenzhou floating dock is the most critical.

 Workers at the shipyard, designers at the design unit, and military representatives are all busy.

"This ship looks like it's almost ready!" Qin Tao said to the busy military representative Meng Fansheng. Although Meng Fansheng has been a military representative in Mingzhou for many years, he is still meticulous and takes his work very seriously. His face was dark from morning to night, and his big mouth kept chattering.

At this time, after hearing Qin Tao's question, Meng Fansheng said: "The overall modification work is nearing completion. Only the debugging of the weapon system is left. The sea trial will probably take some time."

 Qin Tao nodded.

After the warship is built at the shipyard, it cannot be delivered to the troops immediately. Technical personnel from the shipyard and representatives of the navy need to pick up the ship. After it is driven to the sea, it will be tested item by item in the form.

 If a problem occurs during the test, it will need to be returned to the factory for repair.

 Similar to aircraft carriers, it may even take a year or two to meet the requirements.

 The current ship No. 138 was being renovated while being designed, and there must be many remaining problems.

“According to our estimation, the sea trial will take about half a year.”

“We don’t have that much time.” Qin Tao said: “Can our sea trial subjects be modified? Let’s test the key items first, such as power and weapon systems, and leave the rest for later.”

Meng Fansheng frowned: "President Qin, you have proposed a plan, and I have to give you face. However, as a military representative, I must test according to the requirements of my superiors. There must be no problems. Do you want to Communicate with your superiors? As long as your superiors agree with your suggestions and give me orders, I will immediately follow the new method."

 Standard, dogmatic, and irresponsible. Looking at Meng Fansheng's big mouth, Qin Tao was a little bit embarrassed. After a while, Zhang Zhen came over.

It was Zhang Zhen who brought this ship back. Later, Zhang Zhen was appointed as the captain of No. 138. Except for occasionally going to Stroll's place to listen to lessons, he spent most of his time in Mingzhou. Yes, during the modification process, you can become familiar with No. 138, and it will be easier to command this warship in the future.

At this time, there was excitement on his face: "Mr. Qin, you are back!"

"Um."

"Lao Meng, I just came back from the fleet. My superiors ordered that our No. 138 complete sea trials of key systems within a month as much as possible and be ready for the mission at any time. Therefore, we have formulated new sea trial requirements." Zhang Zhen As he spoke, he handed the document printed out on thick A4 paper into Meng Fansheng's hand.

Meng Fansheng's face was a little surprised. Mr. Qin just said that his superiors gave the order? It’s really fast!

"Please rest assured, superiors, we will do our best." After Meng Fansheng finished speaking, he thought of something else. His eyes looking at Zhang Zhen were full of surprise and worry: "Is there going to be a war?"

"Lao Meng, don't ask what you shouldn't ask. The army is very nervous now." Zhang Zhen said: "I went back to the fleet base. Vacations have been canceled there, and you can't be absent from work during the New Year. No. 136 and 137 are hoisting Sunburn missiles. We This warship must be fast!"

Meng Fansheng nodded: "Okay, I will fully cooperate!"

"Also, because the situation is tense, the superior leaders will not attend the launching ceremony of our warship." Zhang Zhen continued: "The superior leaders have instructed us to organize sea trials immediately as long as the conditions for sea trials are met, regardless of Is it day or night.”

Qin Tao was a little helpless: "Is it necessary to be so busy? Alas, they really know how to sharpen their guns before the battle, which makes people panic."

 Everyone is already very nervous. At this time, you should relax.

"Since we have become soldiers, we have put life and death aside for a long time." Zhang Zhen said: "If there is really a situation, we are willing to rush forward. If you use me in the first battle, you will win if you use me!"

 Zhang Zhen was full of fighting spirit at this time, and he wanted to take action even more.

"If you want to do your job well, you must first sharpen your tools. Captain Zhang, don't think so much, let's build warships first." Qin Tao said.

 In the tall bridge, countless people are still busy.

Zhao Ling took a long breath and said to the people around her: "Okay, the Hongqi-16A system has finally been integrated into the entire combat command system!"

 This is a very complex and tedious task.

Originally, Lao Maozi's Glory-class cruiser could only perform a single mission. Although there were a lot of missiles, they all went their own way. The data of the long-range S-300 missile system and the medium-range Wasp missile were not exchanged at all. Each was responsible for In their respective airspaces, once the S-300 missile defense fails, medium-range missiles may not be able to switch over in time.

The domestic ship No. 138 must not follow the path of Lao Maozi. Since Zhao Ling came here, she has devoted herself to intense work. First, she completed the replacement of the Hongqi-16A missile, and then the data fusion.

Working under a unified combat command system is not easy. After all, the S-300 system belongs to Lao Maozi, and we cannot obtain relevant technical information.

 In order to complete this task, Zhao Ling hardly had a good rest during this period. At this time, her face was haggard and her eyes were full of bloodshot eyes.

 Then, Zhao Ling saw a familiar face.

“Brother Tao, are you here?”

"Well, I'm here, how could you do this?" Qin Tao looked at his wife distressedly: "You only have work in your eyes, where can I and my children be?"

An apologetic smile appeared on Zhao Ling's face: "How could it be? You are always in my heart. However, this mission is very important and critical."

“Okay, you can leave now, Zhengyang. Send Comrade Zhao Ling back to rest. You can stay guard outside the door until I get there before you can leave.”

"yes."

“No, we still have finishing work to do. Everyone is busy together, so you can’t let me go alone.”

　　"Is the earth still spinning without you? Come on, you are different from them. After all, you are still breastfeeding, and you are my wife."

Qin Tao said this in front of so many people. Zhao Ling's face turned red instantly, while Qin Tao's face was serious, leaving no room for compromise.

 Zhao Ling sighed and finally left.

Everyone was holding back their laughter, of course they knew what was going on.

"Now, we are waiting for the matching of the air defense system. After the system matching of this anti-aircraft missile is completed, we can start sea trials at any time." Yang Dawei said on the bridge. During this period, people from their design department were also there every day. We were struggling on the warship, and we worked together to solve the problem.

“Well, now that everything is matched, what are you waiting for? Let’s get ready for the audition!”

 That afternoon.

There was movement from the Shenzhou floating dock. Everyone looked over curiously and saw that the floating dock began to fill with water and slowly sank. Then, No. 138, which had stayed in it for half a year, finally floated in the water again.

 Then, the floating dock started to move and separated from the destroyer No. 138. The 10,000-ton destroyer was unobstructed for the first time and was displayed in front of everyone's eyes.

 Everyone opened their eyes wide.

 Lao Maozi's rough style has been restrained a lot, and this warship looks more modern.

 The original designer Mutisin stood on the pier, looking at the overall outline of the warship, and felt extremely emotional. He had gained so much when he came to the East!

 From the initial contact, to the full-scale work later, and now, he has personally seen this warship change little by little and become a more versatile warship!

There is no huge radar, and the top of the bridge is more beautiful. The high-hanging roof radar and meter wave antenna stand are almost all inherited from the 051C. The second deck in front is very flat and filled with Hongqi-16 The anti-aircraft missile launchers and the 730 close-in anti-aircraft guns on the side also look very powerful. The anti-ship missile launchers on both sides are even more impressive. The number of square launchers has been increased by half.

Look at the tail again. It has been completed. The large helicopter deck can make the landing of helicopters easier. Even vertical take-off and landing fighter jets may land on it in an emergency. The hangar has also been changed into a double hangar. How does it fit? .

 When you were designing it, why didn’t you think of doing this?

 Of course it is still limited by the level of electronic technology at that time! Dongfang's electronic technology has far surpassed Lao Maozi, so Dongfang people have completed the task of system integration.

“Mr. Mutisin, how do you feel when you see this result?” Qin Tao asked Mutisin.

“Mr. Qin, thank you for giving me a second life.” Mutisin said.

 The Red Empire collapsed, and the former engineer went to drive a taxi. Mutisin's heart was already dead at the time, but now, he is finally alive again.

 He was once again working on his most beloved project, and with full support.

“After the modification of this project is completed, do you want to continue to participate in our new project?”

　　Mutisin nodded: "Of course, I never want to go back to Damao. From now on, I will die in Mingzhou!"

"Don't be in a hurry to say this. You have to fight for Mingzhou for another twenty years. Next, we will bid for an air defense destroyer with a four-sided phased array radar. When the sea trials of this warship are completed, you can join us. 052C project, we will continue to develop new warships, and in the future, we will also increase the displacement to tens of thousands of tons."

 A professional air defense destroyer with four-sided phased array radar!

During the discussion on the improvement plan for No. 138, Mingzhou Group proposed this modification plan. At that time, Mutisin was still a little curious, where did this technology come from in the East? Now it seems that they have been prepared for a long time.

　Mutisin nodded: "Okay, I will definitely do my best."

 “Then now, let’s start the sea trial!”

The 10,000-ton destroyer left the dock for the first time and began sea trials. This project immediately attracted the attention of the world.

Looking around the world, there is no factory that can transform a 10,000-ton warship in such a short period of time. The construction period of this thing often takes two or three years, and it is still a major modification.

 Since when did Mingzhou Group become so powerful?

 The original fire on the aircraft carrier was deliberately set by someone. The Mingzhou Group would never make such a low-level mistake.

evidence? Just look at the transformation of No. 138!

 That afternoon, several satellites that had adjusted their orbits passed over Mingzhou. Clear photos were taken and then sent back.

Swift was still enjoying a good night, but he was called to the headquarters by a phone call. He was a little annoyed.

"What's going on, you called me over at this time?" Swift said angrily: "If it's not something particularly important, I will tell you all to get out!"

“Sir Swift, please look at the photos just taken by these satellites.”

 Swift took it dissatisfied, and then his face turned into surprise: "Driving out of the dock? They are making rapid progress!"

This No. 138 is of course the focus of their attention. However, in the past, because it was repaired in the dock, covered with various scaffoldings and various waterproof tarpaulins, the true appearance of this warship could not be seen.

Now, this warship finally shows its full picture for the first time.

"Huh, at first they said they were going to dismantle this warship and turn it into an arsenal ship, but now it seems that it was just bragging." Swift said.

“We just counted and there are already a lot of missiles on this warship.”

“Really?” Swift continued to pick it up. The satellite photos were all taken from the top, so the missile launch unit could be seen clearly.

“There are two more sets of Rif-M missiles installed, and the crane is gone. But what’s the big deal? Isn’t it just sixteen more missiles?”

"No, no, you can take a look. There are some small grids on the second deck at the front and rear."

Small grid?

 Swift took a serious look, and then felt a little curious: "What are these? Large chunks of chocolate?"

“We believe this is similar to our MK48 (Sea Sparrow’s specialized launch box).”

Hearing what his assistant said, Swift was immediately stunned: "Aren't they using a rotating launcher?"

On the front deck of the 054 frigate, there is a dedicated vertical launch device, which is simply a scaled-down version of the Rif-M system vertical launch system.

 But now it is in the shape of a chocolate square. Did the other party transition from cold emission to hot emission in a short period of time?

 Wait a minute, if there are anti-aircraft missiles in these small grids, how many should there be?

"We have counted, there are 48 units in the front, and there are 48 units in the back, so it carries 96 medium-range air defense missiles, plus 80 S-300 missiles, its total number of air defense missiles has reached one hundred Seventy-six."

This is the strength of the 10,000-ton cruiser. It has a large displacement and a large number of missiles that can be installed. This number is staggering.

The only similar one is the Ticonderoga class. This cruiser has 122 vertical launch units. Although it sounds smaller than the 138th, this MK41 vertical launcher is very advanced. Missiles such as the Sea Sparrow can be fired in one pit. I stuffed two of them, so the total is still quite a lot.

"What are they going to do?" Swift said: "In this way, the air defense problem of their fleet can be effectively alleviated."

 Five years ago, the Easterners did not have any effective fleet air defense capabilities and could only rely on the imported Sea Rattlesnake to make up for it. But now? There are already 10,000-ton regional air defense ships, which sounds a bit unbelievable.

“Sir Swift, what worries us the most is its two sides.” The adjutant pointed to the sloping square launch boxes on both sides of the photo.

 “What are these?” asked Swift.

Originally, on both sides of the Glorious class, there were specialized long-range anti-ship missile launchers. Stuffed inside were heavy-duty anti-ship missiles code-named P-500, one of which could send an aircraft carrier into hell.

What now?

The original round launch box has been replaced by a square one. I don’t know what is stuffed inside.

"We contacted the news we got some time ago. This launcher, which is significantly longer than any anti-ship missile in the East, should be their latest YJ-12 anti-ship missile. It is said that this missile has a range of 500 kilometers and Terminal velocity in excess of Mach 4.”

 “What?” Swift’s eyes widened: “And there is such a weapon?”

He did get the news at first, but he put it down after just one glance. He didn't believe that there could be such a big killer weapon in the East.

The air defense circle of an aircraft carrier is about 500 kilometers. Now, Dongfang’s killer weapon with a range of 500 kilometers is simply tailor-made for aircraft carriers! In particular, the end of the missile can sprint to Mach 4.

If these missiles are not intercepted at a long distance, then once they are approached, those sea sparrows and Phalanx will not be able to stop them at all!

“Twenty-four in total.” The subordinate said: “If they are all shot out and a saturation attack is carried out, it will be enough for our single aircraft carrier battle group.”

"Fortunately, there is only one warship in the East that can carry this kind of missile. If more warships carry this kind of missile, the threat to us will be too great." Swift murmured: "Damn it, the people in the East don't have this kind of missile." This technology must have been developed by Lao Maozi's technicians in the past. Our aircraft carrier should not retire Tomcat fighter jets!"

According to the original design, Tomcat fighter jets were used for long-range interception and air defense operations. After the collapse of the Red Empire, they were invincible all over the world, so they also eliminated the bulky and expensive Tomcat fighter jets and completely replaced them with F-18.

After being loaded with weapons, the F-18 fighter jet can only fly slowly at subsonic speeds. It does not have the long-range interception capabilities of the Tomcat fighter jet. In particular, the F-18 fighter jet cannot carry Phoenix missiles, which makes them lose Interception capability one hundred kilometers away.

Countless people miss the Tomcat, but it’s a pity that the era of the Tomcat has passed.

"We also received a transfer order. In fact, this is the real reason why we called you here."

 Swift frowned and opened the order.

 The command is very simple.

 Mobilize the USS Independence and the USS Nimitz to form a dual-carrier formation and prepare to carry out important military missions. The scheduled assembly area is: ***, and the scheduled assembly time is: early March. Commander: Swift.

“Damn it, what do they think? Let us face the Easterners’ anti-ship missiles with a range of 500 kilometers?” Swift was extremely annoyed: “This is letting us play with fire!”

The order was issued so suddenly. During the sea trial of Dongfang's No. 138, when they discovered that the Dongfang people had a big killer weapon, Swift was a little at a loss when such a sudden attack came.

 However, an order is an order, and he has to execute it.

At this time, he did not know how frightened he would be, so that he later ordered a retreat of several hundred kilometers on the spot to avoid any accidents.

 In the end, the accident happened. They came with great power and finally left in disgrace.

"That warship is undergoing sea trials. According to conventional inferences, it will take at least half a year of sea trials before it can be officially commissioned, so it should be safe for us to go there this time," the adjutant said.

 Swift nodded.

 “Then start preparing!”

 (End of this chapter)