Dizasta1
Senior Member
It seems that the number missiles carried by the J-20s is turning out to be something of a hot topic. The way I see it, the design and dimensions of the J-20s were intended for it to not only carry a larger payload, but also to have greater range. The best part, and this is in no uncertain terms, is that China will be giving PLAAF something that USAF couldn't get and that is a heck of a lot more J-20s than there are F-22s. So in this regard, PLAAF has the luxury of arming segments of J-20s with PL-15s, PL-12s and PL-10s.
On the subject of J-20s, I would like to have some input on the matter pertaining to the J-20's TVN engines. Once operationally readied, would China be looking to do away with the J-20's canards? As I understand it, the TVN/TVC engines negate the need for canards. Case in point, the Su-35 Flanker-E. Removal of canards on the J-20s would also substantially increase the aircraft's Low Observability. If this is not the case, then please elaborate as to why it wouldn't be.
On the subject of J-20s, I would like to have some input on the matter pertaining to the J-20's TVN engines. Once operationally readied, would China be looking to do away with the J-20's canards? As I understand it, the TVN/TVC engines negate the need for canards. Case in point, the Su-35 Flanker-E. Removal of canards on the J-20s would also substantially increase the aircraft's Low Observability. If this is not the case, then please elaborate as to why it wouldn't be.