October 10’s parade showcased three types of surface-to-air missiles at simliar sophistication levels: Tien Kung 1, PAC 2, and Tien Kung 3. Here are some of their photos.
Tien Kung 1 and PAC 2 launchers have similar elevation mechanisms in that their missile canisters are both elevated by dual hydraulic cylinders located on both sides of the trailer. Both launchers are trainable in azimuth. Being vertically launched, Tien Kung 3 has a different elevation mechanism. But it is hard to tell from these pictures how the missile canisters are erected.
The three missile launchers are towed by three different types of truck. Oshkosh is for PAC 2, and Mercedez for Tien Kung 3. Can anybody help identify the truck for Tien Kung 1?
TK-3 “launcher” might not be a TEL launcher, but a reloader…..
TK-1 的卡車應該是 BAE Systems / Steward & Stevenson 的 FMTV (Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles)。美軍也有在用。
I think this migh solve the mystery of how TKIII are erected.
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Thanks for the pointer!