Video | Not afraid of hanging too many, just afraid of hanging one: Why is the H-6N with Thunder-1 attracting attention?

Recently, the Southern Theater Command of the People's Liberation Army of China organized a multi-service, all-element joint exercise in the air and maritime space around Huangyan Island, its territorial waters, and airspace. During the exercise, a complete set of integrated air and maritime combat actions was demonstrated by a bomber formation in the airspace over Huangyan Island. The upgraded H-6 family has frequently appeared in joint strategic patrols, island encirclement operations, and high-seas training exercises.

There is a popular saying among military enthusiasts: it’s not scary if “Old Six” carries many, but it’s scary if “Old Six” carries one. Many military fans believe that this “one” refers to the Jinglei-1 missile. Why is the H-6N carrying the Jinglei-1 so noteworthy?

Military commentator Zhang Xuefeng: The Jinglei-1 is an air-based nuclear missile, which gives China a "triad" nuclear strike capability. Especially when combined with the H-6N, it allows us to have our own advantages in nuclear strikes. The Jinglei-1 is a type of air-launched long-range ballistic missile with a range of thousands of kilometers, and it can even be launched from our own airspace, effectively deterring the opponent. Moreover, the Jinglei-1 is an air-launched ballistic missile with very strong penetration capabilities and high flight speed. Coupled with some special penetration measures, it is very difficult for the opponent to intercept.