Yes, Andy. But you want to operate the Z-18s off those 2 vessels as they (should) have better range/payload performance, and are the only combat vessels that the Z-18s can operate off.
054B/new generation frigate
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Yep, I'll get that amended.
That said, I don't think there's a need to post my articles here, it's not like I'm adding anything new to the conversation that people here aren't already aware of.
I just read the excellent article (like a great book, not long enough) and when I got to the pros/cons of which VLS system is installed, one hypothesis I haven't read here (most sincere apologies if it has been suggested) is why not have both VLS systems 16 each with UVLS behind? Workable with wider beam? I find the argument of using the older VLS so older 054A can share the upgrades mid-life to be very persuasive but the UVLS can turn 054B into such little menacing monsters. Can't wait for the first image.
Something to do that Type 346A radar and UVLS are both CPMIEC institute products while AJK-16 and HQ/HHQ-16 missile systems plus all associative radars are institute SAST.
