China's radars, located in Zhuangcheng and Ladakh, are intended to monitor and detect the Indian aerial activities. Chinese radars play a vital role in China's national air defence capability.
The Chinese military developed several long-range air surveillance radars. This radar has a wide-ranging frequency range from 250 to 500 MHz, and its detection range can reach a maximum of 5,500 kilometers. This radar is part China's latest generation of network information system and is designed to intercept any incoming strategic missiles as quickly as possible. This radar also supports the missile early alert satellite.
The Pband radar is used for detection of aircraft and missiles. It is capable of detecting targets from a distance of 5500 km. The radar has exceptional wind resistance and anticlutter properties. It can operate at speeds up to 35 m/s. This radar is not only used for military purposes, but it has been exported to other countries. This radar has been installed in China’s naval formations. In fact, at least one system was reported to be targeting US Navy aircraft carrier carriers.
YLC-8B is a mobile high-altitude 3D surveillance radar. This radar utilizes the most recent digital technology to detect and track missiles and aircraft over long distances. The system is designed for the PLA's deployment and was first unveiled at the China Air Show in November 2014. This radar uses two-dimensional active phased arrangement technology and mechanical scanning to detect multiple aircraft and missiles at once.
The L-band radar has a massive range of detection capabilities, allowing it to detect targets over 600 km. It is similar to ITT Gilfillan 322, and Thales TRS-2230. CRIA lists the radar as part of China's 2004 indigenous products. This radar can also be found in the Luyang II and III-class destroyers. This system also incorporates adaptive MTI and CFAR technologies. In addition, this radar uses civilian radio frequency-modulated signals, which can help improve the radar's viability.
In addition to the radars above, China also operates other radars. These radars include groundwave radar (also called OTH-B or over-the horizon radar), Frescan systems and backscatter system. Each radar can work in its own band and complement each other. China operates a variety of airborne early warning, control and surveillance aircraft. These aircraft can extend China's radar coverage to other locations. A new generation of Chinese SAM systems is capable of engaging stealth elements, such as radars, and other electronic countermeasures.
In addition to airborne early warning and control aircraft, China also operates the P-band long-range early warning phased array radar. This radar is used to intercept strategic missiles. It is part of China’s new generation of military information systems. This radar has an extensive detection range that can quickly intercept strategic missiles. China has deployed a surface search radar in the Sirjap region in recent years. The radar is located before the PLA naval station. In addition, China has constructed an infrastructure facility and watchtower in Demchok.