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  "id": "pcl-09",
  "name": "PCL-09",
  "aliases": [],
  "domain": "land",
  "country": "CHN",
  "category": "122mm self-propelled howitzer",
  "status": null,
  "fielded": 2010,
  "operators": [
    "CHN",
    "KHM",
    "LAO",
    "RWA"
  ],
  "prolif_count": 4,
  "summary": "The Chinese Army has followed the global shift and embraced the concept of a lighter, more mobile ground force. This is showcased by the adoption of such battlefield elements as the PCL-09, a 6x6 wheeled, self-propelled, artillery-carrying vehicle capable of delivering various warhead types at range.",
  "specs": [
    {
      "k": "",
      "label": "Chassis",
      "section": "mobility",
      "v": "Shaanxi 6x6 Military Truck",
      "src": [
        "weg-pcl-09"
      ],
      "conf": "medium"
    },
    {
      "k": "crew",
      "v": 5,
      "src": [
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      ],
      "conf": "medium"
    },
    {
      "k": "",
      "label": "Emplacement time",
      "section": "system",
      "v": "1.5 - 2.5 minutes",
      "src": [
        "weg-pcl-09"
      ],
      "conf": "medium"
    },
    {
      "k": "",
      "label": "Displacement time",
      "section": "system",
      "v": "1.5 - 2.5 minutes",
      "src": [
        "weg-pcl-09"
      ],
      "conf": "medium"
    },
    {
      "k": "length_m",
      "v": 8,
      "src": [
        "weg-pcl-09"
      ],
      "conf": "medium"
    },
    {
      "k": "width_m",
      "v": 3,
      "src": [
        "weg-pcl-09"
      ],
      "conf": "medium"
    },
    {
      "k": "height_m",
      "v": 2.1,
      "src": [
        "weg-pcl-09"
      ],
      "conf": "medium"
    },
    {
      "k": "combat_weight_t",
      "v": 16.5,
      "src": [
        "weg-pcl-09"
      ],
      "conf": "medium"
    },
    {
      "k": "engine_name",
      "v": "Wei Chai WD615.77",
      "src": [
        "weg-pcl-09"
      ],
      "conf": "medium"
    },
    {
      "k": "engine_hp",
      "v": 280,
      "src": [
        "weg-pcl-09"
      ],
      "conf": "medium"
    },
    {
      "k": "road_range_km",
      "v": 86,
      "src": [
        "weg-pcl-09"
      ],
      "conf": "medium"
    },
    {
      "k": "speed_road_kmh",
      "v": 85,
      "src": [
        "weg-pcl-09"
      ],
      "conf": "medium"
    },
    {
      "k": "",
      "label": "Fording depth, without Preparation",
      "section": "mobility",
      "v": "1.2 m",
      "src": [
        "weg-pcl-09"
      ],
      "conf": "medium"
    },
    {
      "k": "",
      "label": "Fording depth, with Preparation",
      "section": "mobility",
      "v": "1.2 m",
      "src": [
        "weg-pcl-09"
      ],
      "conf": "medium"
    },
    {
      "k": "",
      "label": "Computerized FCS",
      "section": "firecontrol",
      "v": "Yes, the PCL-09 is fitted with a computerized fire control system, navigation, positioning and targeting systems. It receives target information from artillery command post vehicle.",
      "src": [
        "weg-pcl-09"
      ],
      "conf": "medium"
    },
    {
      "k": "",
      "label": "Main Gun Stabilization",
      "section": "firecontrol",
      "v": "Large spades and stabilizing jacks are lowered to the ground prior to firing. These provide a more stable firing platform.",
      "src": [
        "weg-pcl-09"
      ],
      "conf": "medium"
    },
    {
      "k": "",
      "label": "Hull Armor",
      "section": "protection",
      "v": "It seems that this artillery system carries no defensive armament.",
      "src": [
        "weg-pcl-09"
      ],
      "conf": "medium"
    }
  ],
  "payloads": [
    {
      "name": "HE-FRAG",
      "role": "122 mm ammunition",
      "src": [
        "weg-pcl-09"
      ],
      "conf": "medium",
      "caps": {},
      "qty": "40 rounds"
    },
    {
      "name": "Extended-range projectile",
      "role": "122 mm ammunition",
      "src": [
        "weg-pcl-09"
      ],
      "conf": "medium",
      "caps": {},
      "qty": "40 rounds"
    },
    {
      "name": "Rocket assisted projectile",
      "role": "122 mm ammunition",
      "src": [
        "weg-pcl-09"
      ],
      "conf": "medium",
      "caps": {},
      "qty": "40 rounds"
    }
  ],
  "variants": [
    {
      "name": "CS/SH1",
      "text": "Export version of the PCL-09.",
      "src": [
        "weg-pcl-09"
      ]
    },
    {
      "name": "PLL-09",
      "text": "Self-propelled howitzer, based on ZBL-09 8x8 armored personnel carrier chassis. It was adopted alongside the PCL-09. The PLL-09 is more mobile due to its chassis. It is capable of keeping pace with main battle tanks. Als",
      "src": [
        "weg-pcl-09"
      ]
    }
  ],
  "art": "sph",
  "image": {
    "file": "pcl-09.jpg",
    "thumb": "pcl-09-thumb.jpg",
    "credit": "中国新闻社",
    "license": "CC BY 4.0",
    "url": "https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:PCL-09.png",
    "title": "File:PCL-09.png"
  },
  "verified": null,
  "changelog": [
    {
      "date": "2026-10-10",
      "change": "Entry created from the Worldwide Equipment Guide (ODIN), bulk import"
    },
    {
      "date": "2026-10-10",
      "change": "Added photo (CC BY 4.0)"
    }
  ],
  "url": "https://www.defensepedia.com/systems/pcl-09.html",
  "sources": {
    "weg-pcl-09": {
      "title": "PCL-09 Chinese 122mm Self-Propelled Howitzer (SPH)",
      "publisher": "U.S. Army TRADOC G-2 Worldwide Equipment Guide (ODIN)",
      "url": "https://odin.t2com.army.mil/WEG/Asset/PCL-09_Chinese_122mm_Self-Propelled_Howitzer",
      "published": "2026-03-20",
      "tier": 1,
      "checked": "2026-10-10"
    }
  }
}