Japan's Electromagnetic Railgun Challenges the China’s Hypersonic Missile Dominance
Japan's Electromagnetic Railgun Challenges the China’s Hypersonic Missile Dominance
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Japan’s electromagnetic railgun debuted, potentially countering Chinese hypersonic missiles. In April, the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force tested a 6-meter-long, 40mm caliber railgun on the Asuka test ship, accelerating small projectiles to Mach 7.3, capable of altering regional power dynamics. This reflects contrasting strategic and military approaches between Japan and China.
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