Chapter 296: Hongqi 16 Test Firing

Chapter 296 Red Flag-16 Test Firing

In later generations, when delivering a vehicle, in order to maximize profits, heavy trucks had to carry goods with them. Even a model with four front and eight rear, with a core load of 20 to 30 tons, would be loaded with more than 100 tons of steel coils, especially Most of them are Auman, so they got the title of Steel Coil Man.

Now this hospital ship is going to be scrapped for scrap. To make the trip worth it, of course it has to be packed with some cargo! Since it was departing from Lao Maozi's Far East port, of course it was necessary to load a batch of lumber.

Before setting off from the port, several crew members, including Lao Maozi, told them that there was special cargo inside while they were drinking. The opponent could get this shocking secret by combining it based on some intelligence they overheard.

So they took action, and they ended up miserable.

The whole incident was reduced to a joke, and they lost 10 million in vain. For Lao Maozi's Pacific Fleet, it was a matter of great pride!

"Qin, your plan is great!" Nikolai's face was full of smiles. Being able to tease the other party in this way is definitely the happiest thing. Needless to say, their Pacific Fleet, the entire Lao Maozi's navy felt extremely relieved.

They got angry and received 10 million US dollars in funding, which made them even more happy.

Qin Tao also had a smile on his face.

The plank road was repaired secretly in Chencang. Just when everyone noticed the hospital ship, another cargo ship had already loaded a large amount of cargo and embarked on the road to the Kingdom of Anxi. Those things could be handed over directly to Anxi. In the hands of the Chinese people, it will bring Qin Tao a large amount of profits.

This action was so beautiful that even Qin Tao felt complacent, feeling that he had done the most beautiful thing in this world.

At this time, the two were walking on the road to the base, and Qin Tao looked at the row of rusty Yak-38s in the distance.

"These scrap metals are no longer of use to you, right?"

Nicholas nodded: "Yes, we don't need these scrap metals anymore. Qin, if you want them, just give them to you at any price."

"The supporting parts, ground crew, and pilots will be packed and taken away if I need them." Qin Tao said to Nicholas: "Are those Yak-38 pilots still in the army?"

Although he was talking about scrap metal, Qin Tao no longer had to hide his purpose. If he bought all these planes back, of course it would be for operation.

The Siamese aircraft carrier is almost ready. For the Siamese people, the choice of aircraft will gradually become more urgent. Before their own J-31 is built, it is fun to use the Yak-38 first. Very good choice.

"Okay, Moscow is currently discussing the reduction of the army. The Yak-38 pilots and ground staff are also within the scope of being reduced. If they can continue to do their job, it should be a good choice."

As the commander, Nicholas also attaches great importance to these people under his command. If possible, he also hopes that all of these people can stay in the army. However, reality will hit them hard.

The Yak-141 project has been terminated. The pilots and ground crews who originally flew the Yak-38 have no need to continue to exist. If they want to continue to fly other fighters, they will have to spend more money, and other The fighter units are currently being dismantled, so going to China should be the best destination for these people.

Even if this matter has been tentatively agreed upon, as for the real action, it still depends on the needs of the Kingdom of Siam. Otherwise, the fake rags will become real rags. It is okay to dismantle ships, but dismantle airplanes? Qin Tao is unprofessional.

"The mine matters will be settled soon." Nicholas said, "When the procedures are completed, I will take you to see our nickel mine."

Qin Tao nodded: "Well, Nicholas, you are really my best friend. By the way, if it is inconvenient for you, you can find a family member to set up a mineral export company in name, so that we can operate more conveniently."

Nikolai nodded, and just when he was about to continue saying something, he saw Zaitsev running over with a nervous look on his face.

"Your Excellency Nicholas, Your Excellency Nicholas, something happened!"

"What happened?"

"Novorossiysk suddenly caught fire on its way back!"

What?

Nikolai's expression changed: "Did people from the Northern Fleet do it?"

Last time, their decommissioned Minsk had its boilers disabled in this way, so now, after hearing this information, Nicholas subconsciously thought it was someone from the Northern Fleet.

But after thinking about it for a moment, I realized that it was impossible. This was not in the port, but on a mission. Even if the people of the Northern Fleet wanted to cause trouble, they couldn't cause trouble at this time.

Moreover, this is an active warship!

"The situation is unknown at this time."

"Qin, I'm sorry, I have to deal with it." Nicholas left in a hurry.

Qin Tao was extremely emotional.

This should be the last time that the Novorossiysk goes to sea. This time it caught fire. No matter how big or small the warship is, the warship must be repaired. But where can this old man have the money to repair it? Therefore, the only option is to sell scrap metal!

Since he already has the Kiev on hand, Qin Tao has no feelings for the Novorossiysk. However, if this warship falls into the hands of the Kimchi people, then the other party will dismantle the boiler and install it. On board the Minsk.

So...we must kill Dazhou Company as soon as possible!

Continue bidding? That's impossible. What if it's a trap? Qin Tao doesn't want to buy a pile of scrap metal at a high price. He never does business that loses money.

In this incident, the Novorossiysk showed off its might, fully demonstrating the strength of this heavy aircraft carrier cruiser, showing that the Russian navy is still a lean camel bigger than a horse. However, on the way back, when the billowing black smoke came out from under the deck, it seemed to show the sunset of the empire.

The Sirosiysk is on fire! The fire is not small!

Countless reporters took advantage of the leak, took pictures of this scene, and then began to publicize it.

Dazhou Company.

"The Novorossiysk of Russia suddenly caught fire. It looks very serious. However, the fire started in the front, so the boiler in the back must be fine!" Pu Douxuan said to Li Jinshan excitedly.

"Yes, their warship is on fire. What does this have to do with us?" Li Jinshan asked Pu Douxuan.

"We can take a picture of this warship, so we have boilers!"

"But we have already placed an order with the Russians through Mingzhou Group. Whether these boilers are intact or not is meaningless to us."

"We can return the goods!"

"Return the goods? How is that possible? When we signed the contract, the terms were clear. President Qin also said that the money was given to the Russians to order raw materials and pay workers, so we can't get back a dime at all!"

"But isn't there patent infringement now?" Park Douxuan said: "The technical patents we introduced from Mingzhou Group are currently being claimed by the Norwegians. They are responsible for this!"

Li Jinshan nodded. This is a solution. Recently, they have been disturbed by the Norwegians' affairs. The court has accepted the case and will soon officially enter the trial stage.

If we make a fuss about this matter, maybe we can get some losses back from Mingzhou Group?

"Recently, they called and they kept saying that President Qin was not there. We just went to see if President Qin was really not there." Park Douxuan continued.

Li Jinshan nodded, and his eyes looked at the photo again. It was obtained through the military. The photo was very clear. Looking at the burning warship, Li Jinshan's heart became hot again. Perhaps, he could really get the warship back at a low price, which was cheaper than the Kiev that Mingzhou Group got!

In early April, Qin Tao finally returned from the Russians. This trip was really not short. It was like a honeymoon in the Russians.

The capital is already in the spring, with flowers blooming and a variety of colors.

"Taozi, you can really keep your composure. You sent people to the Parthian Empire, but you can still sit on the Diaoyutai and even travel around." In the small courtyard of the gray building, Wu Shengli sat under a tree, holding a teacup, drinking tea and talking to Qin Tao.

"What can I do? I am like this." Qin Tao said: "The Russians are simply my second hometown."

His father-in-law joked with him, so of course he joked, anyway, everyone knew it well.

"Did you plan that operation?"

"Yes, Dad, you have seen that if you want to protect the sea transportation lines, you must have a strong navy." Qin Tao said: "Think about the Tuaps in the 1950s, and then look at the Vodara River now. Comparing these two events, you should know that a strong navy is a strong backing for sea transportation."

"Yes." Wu Shengli sighed: "Our country's economy is constantly developing, and maritime trade is becoming more and more frequent, so the navy needs advanced warships and a large number of warships to protect our sea transportation lines. But Yes, it takes time. You can't get rich overnight! "

Qin Tao nodded: "So, we have to take small steps and run fast. By the way, how is the sea test of Hongqi-16 going?"

"All the equipment has been installed, and all kinds of debugging work have been done. It is estimated that it will be sea tested soon, right?"

Qin Tao's eyes lit up: "Dad, can I go up and take a look?"

If it is just an ordinary shipyard director, there is no qualification at all. Hongqi-16 is the most important project of the Navy after all, but as the person who pushed the entire project, how can the Navy neglect it?

"Of course." Wu Shengli said.

"Where is it?"

"It's in our Bohai Sea."

This is even simpler!

"Prepare a helicopter for me!"

"Are you sure?"

Qin Tao nodded: "Yes, I am sure. I will pay for the gas! Wait for my helicopters to come back, and you won't have to bother me."

As a result, when he arrived at the sea, Qin Tao suddenly realized: the father-in-law is cheating his son-in-law!

The ship that was converted into a test ship was an old 6601-type frigate. This "Riga"-class frigate, which was assembled by my country with the technology and materials provided by the Russians, was very small and had no place to place a helicopter landing platform.

Either he jumped into the water and was picked up by the people on the frigate, or he had to climb down the rope ladder!

Faster is rappelling, but that thing, without special training, it is easy to fall to death.

Fortunately, the wind and waves were not too strong, Qin Tao climbed the soft rope ladder, got off the helicopter, and jumped directly on the open space on the front deck.

It was an unforgettable trip!

Qin Tao waved to the helicopter, let it go, and then looked forward.

Actually an old acquaintance?

"President Qin, on behalf of all the officers, soldiers and technical staff on the ship, I welcome you to board No. 508." Captain Zhang Zhen saluted Qin Tao.

Pang Jianmin was also beside him, smiling and extending his hand: "Mr. Qin, we meet again."

"Why is this your warship?" Qin Tao was curious.

When he brought the submarine back from Lao Maozi for the first time, he encountered the escort number 508. Now, he saw this warship again, and it was actually changed like this?

A flat-panel radar antenna was hung on the mast of the bridge, and everything else was removed. The Upstream-1 anti-ship missile launcher behind the chimney was also gone and replaced with a set of Hongqi-16 vertical launchers. The entire warship has been completely transformed!

"Yes, our ship No. 508 has been in service for more than 30 years since 1958. Just at the end of last year, the navy decided to decommission this warship. At that time, there happened to be a test launch of a new type of anti-aircraft missile. Therefore, this warship should be transformed into a special Hongqi-16 test platform. When the test is completed, the warship will be officially scrapped. "

"It would be a pity to scrap this meritorious warship. It would be nice if there was a naval museum to take it in. By the way, what about you?"

According to general arrangements, after warships are scrapped, new warships will be put into service. This can ensure sufficient combat effectiveness, and the soldiers who originally operated the old ships will also switch to operating the new ships.

The navy is a technical branch with many veterans. These veterans have served in the navy for decades and are highly skilled. People like Zhang Zhen are even more experienced.

"We...have not made arrangements yet." Zhang Zhen said: "Originally, the superiors planned to let us people receive the 051C destroyer, but for some reason, the mission was terminated."

Now, the 051C destroyer is under intensive construction, and everyone's eyes are fixed on these two warships.

This is the largest displacement warship in the Navy currently! Moreover, it is specially used for air defense, so it is definitely a hot commodity in the eyes of naval officers and soldiers.

There are too many people, and I don’t know how many people are eyeing the captain’s position of these two Type 051C destroyers. Moreover, after these two warships are built, they will be assigned to the northern fleet. Zhang Zhen and the others belong to the eastern fleet. Therefore, this precious opportunity was snatched away by others.

Qin Tao patted Zhang Zhen on the shoulder: "Captain Zhang, don't worry. In the future, as our economy develops and the army gets rich, destroyers will be launched one after another, and the navy will need a large number of qualified commanders. There are many, many opportunities!”

Captains and other positions are nothing but pitfalls. There are only so many warships at present, and there are only those positions. It is difficult to be promoted. In fact, there are a large number of excellent commanders in the navy who have been able to do so for a long time. I became the captain of a destroyer, but because there were no such positions, I could only stay in the position of a frigate.

However, this situation will soon ease.

"By the way, Mr. Qin, I heard that after the successful test launch of the Hongqi-16, the Navy will use this missile as a weapon system and tender for a brand new frigate. Your Mingzhou Group has also proposed a frigate with a displacement of nearly 4,000 tons. Plan?" Pang Jianmin asked from the side.

"That's right, you will definitely be able to receive this kind of warship in the future." Qin Tao said: "Our Mingzhou Group is confident in building this kind of advanced warship for the navy!"

"At this time, it's almost noon, so I'll ask the kitchen to cook something delicious." Pang Jianmin said.

At this time, everyone was talking, walked into the bridge, and climbed to the top of the enclosed compass bridge. They could see a lot of equipment and people inside.

Among these people, Qin Tao spotted Zhao Ling at a glance. At this time, she was sitting in front of a test device and looking at the display data on the screen.

"The S-band antenna on our 382 radar can detect Z-9 helicopters two hundred and fifty kilometers away. Its performance is really good." Zhao Ling said: "The C-band radar above is also one hundred kilometers away. The target is discovered and can be accurately captured at a distance of 70 kilometers. Therefore, our Hongqi-16 missile can develop to a range of 70 kilometers! "

The 382 radar is the back-to-back top-plate radar of Lao Maozi. The performance of this radar is quite good. During the surveying and mapping of the 14th place, improvements were made to make its performance better.

The current test is not only testing the Hongqi-16, but also testing the 382 radar. Even in the past few days, the focus of their testing has been the 382 radar.

Of course, there is no difference, because the Hongqi-16 relies on the 382 radar for guidance.

This back-to-back radar has two antennas. The larger one is S-band, which is mainly used for air warning and has a long search range. The smaller one is C-band, which can accurately lock targets, giving Hongqi-16 The missile system provides raw data to facilitate the work of the target illumination radar.

"Yes, after this period of testing, all conditions are mature and everything is ready. All we need is the east wind!"

"Dongfeng will be here soon." A voice sounded from behind: "The Haiying No. 8 target missile is ready, and the test order may be issued at any time."

Hearing this familiar voice, Zhao Ling turned her head in surprise and saw Qin Tao's sunny and handsome face.

"How did you come?"

"I heard that the test launch is about to start, so I came here shamelessly." Qin Tao said, "Everyone, get busy. Don't let my arrival delay your work."

When everyone saw Qin Tao, they were filled with mixed feelings. After all, this project was promoted by Qin Tao. Now, the test launch is about to start and it will be finalized. Seeing Qin Tao is like seeing an invigilator.

At this moment, a voice came from the radio: "Dongfeng calls Xifeng, Dongfeng calls Xifeng, we are about to set sail and will arrive at the designated sea area in half an hour. Please note that the interception experiment will begin in half an hour!"

At this moment, the atmosphere in the bridge became tense again.

"Attention, check all systems again, and there must be no problems!" Zhao Ling shouted.

Without seeing the gray-haired old man, the young Zhao Ling has been appointed as the general person in charge of the test launch of the Hongqi-16!

Now, although she is happy about her husband's arrival, she still puts work first.

Bang!

At this moment, suddenly, a voice sounded, the sound was not loud, but the equipment in front of everyone stopped working.

"No, the brake has dropped!"

Zhang Zhen immediately shouted: "Quick, electromechanical soldiers, quickly troubleshoot the problem!"

The Type 01 frigate uses two boilers as the power system. Although it has high horsepower, it is very backward, so the later Type 65 frigate uses two medium-speed diesel engines instead.

Although the main engine of the Type 01 frigate is a steam turbine, in addition to being used for double-propeller propulsion, it will also drive the generator to power the entire ship. After all, this frigate has radars, sonars, and light bulbs in the cabin, all of which consume electricity.

After decades of use, the power generation device of this warship has naturally aged. At the beginning, it was said that for this experiment, it would be improved and an MTU diesel generator would be installed at the tail. However, the cost of the modification was too high, so in order to save costs, it was not done.

After a few days of testing, there were no accidents. Who would have thought that at the critical moment, there would be a problem with the power system!

Zhang Zhen was very anxious and immediately asked his men to troubleshoot the problem. Qin Tao looked at his watch and then thought of something: "Do you use an electric stove in your kitchen?"

Zhang Zhen suddenly realized: "Notify the kitchen immediately and stop cooking! Wait until the experiment is completed! Also, turn off the lights in unnecessary cabins!"

If Qin Tao hadn't reminded them, they might have to find the cause of the problem for a long time.

There are many reasons for the switch to trip, such as the air switch is broken, the circuit has a short circuit, etc. Zhang Zhen originally thought that it was because of the aging of the power system of his warship. He had to quickly find the line and find the fault point, but he ignored the most basic problem: the electric stove in the kitchen.

In fact, when the Type 01 frigate was just built, it used a gas stove. This thing is very convenient to use, but it also has great safety hazards, especially when it is to perform long-distance navigation missions, it is even more troublesome.

In addition to the fact that the deck of the warship will be piled with potatoes and canned food that are easy to store, in the kitchen, one can of gas is not enough, and two or three more cans must be stored. In case of a fire, it will be troublesome. (A web writer who served on a frigate told me that when they were serving, they often liked to steal food temporarily stored on the deck. The kitchen storage room was not enough, so they found food everywhere on the warship.)

So, after the 1970s, gas cylinders were eliminated and replaced with electric stoves. Modern warships have almost given up cooking with open flames.

Of course, there are exceptions. Some Americans hold barbecue parties on the deck of aircraft carriers, which makes people envy them. Some Indian brothers cook directly on the side of the ship with gas stoves, next to the Uranus anti-ship missile launcher. (There is also a saying that monkeys do this.)

The cause is found, the fault is eliminated, and the test continues.